The Bakerloo line extension has been under discussion since 2014, facing many delays and changes. The extension aims to improve connectivity for South London by adding new stations and increasing train frequency. Local politicians stress the significant economic benefits this project would bring, particularly for areas with lower-than-average incomes. The cost, initially estimated at £2 billion, has risen to £8 billion, raising concerns about its financial viability. Despite the hurdles, local leaders continue to advocate for government funding and commitment to the extension.
For too long southeast London has been excluded from the world-class London Underground network and the benefits of being a well-connected inner London borough.
The agreement would mean trains running every 2 minutes, making a huge difference to regular Bakerloo commuters.
With Lewisham wages nearly 40 percent lower on average than neighbouring boroughs, the Bakerloo line extension would unlock inclusive growth.
The estimated cost of the Bakerloo line extension, initially pegged at £2 billion, has now soared to a staggering £8 billion.
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