London authorities, businesses and residents along the proposed Crossrail 2 route are to have their say on plans to protect the route from conflicting development, following the announcement of a ten-week consultation.

The Mayor of London, Transport for London and Network Rail have proposed the new railway line, which will link south west and north east London and beyond to meet future passenger demand.

"If built, Crossrail 2 will secure economic growth for the UK by attracting businesses and helping build new homes," according for the Department for Transport. "The proposed route goes underground across central London, linking Tottenham Hale and New Southgate to Wimbledon."


Transport Minister Robert Goodwill said: "We know London is growing, and Crossrail 2 is one proposal that could help to meet the expected increase in transport demand. That is why we have contributed £2m towards a feasibility study for funding the scheme and ensuring it is affordable to the taxpayer.

"This consultation is an important step in the planning process and I would urge people in affected areas to tell us their views on our proposals to protect the potential route."

Michèle Dix, Transport for London’s Managing Director for Planning, said: "Safeguarding the route is vital to delivering Crossrail 2, a proposed new high frequency, high capacity rail line linking southwest and northeast London. The new rail line could be delivered by 2029, providing shorter journey times across London and relieving pressure on suburban rail routes and existing Underground services. As the population in the capital continues to grow rapidly, this new railway would help support future economic growth and the delivery of many more new homes and jobs."

(IT/MH)