Keeping Things Moving
London First’s knowledge and influence was integral in securing the Crossrail victory. Now London is relying on their determination and drive to push for the next piece of vital infrastructure: Crossrail II
Lord Adonis
Secretary of State for Transport, 2009-10
An effective infrastructure network is essential to London’s, and the UK’s, continued competitiveness and future economic growth, yet much of the capital’s infrastructure is ageing, heavily crowded and contains little resilience.
Infrastructure encourages further development, raises productivity, improves global and national connectivity, enhances competition by lowering transport and communication costs, and supports labour markets by enabling people to travel to work. If London is to remain a leading world city, continued investment in its infrastructure is essential.
London First and its members work to ensure London has the necessary transport, planning framework and wider infrastructure to underpin economic growth.
Key Themes
Crossrail & Crossrail 2
London First has campaigned for Crossrail since it was formed in 1992. On 5 October 2007, the Government gave the go-ahead for the vital east-west rail route - a move met with applause and relief by...
- Crossrail 2: Supporting London's Growth (PDF, 79.82K, 02.2012)
