Greenwich and Newham Councils are jointly working to restore the Woolwich Foot Tunnel lifts, which have been out of service since 2022 and 2023. The two councils wrestled with financial disagreements over the funding of repairs, complicating timelines for completion. Greenwichâs deputy leader had previously expected repairs to be completed by June 2024, but both councils have struggled to agree on respective financial contributions. Although an agreement was reached, delays have continued, with current hopes set for repair completion by early 2025.
Greenwich Council, working with Newham, is attempting to repair the Woolwich Foot Tunnel lifts but has no definitive timeline for completion.
Despite an earlier projection by Greenwich Council for the repair of the north lift, disagreements over funding have delayed the process significantly.
The argument over funding between Greenwich and Newham councils has caused repairs to the Woolwich Foot Tunnel lifts to fall behind schedule.
The ongoing collaboration aims to bring the lifts back into operation, yet both councils face challenges related to financial agreements and responsibilities.
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