The Tramlink on the Underground map. Extending the Tramlink.
Why is the Tramlink System not always shown on the London Underground Map? Will this change when the East London Line link to West Croydon opens as there will then be two interchange points between Tramlink and the underground system – Val Shawcross
The pocket-sized Tube map is designed to help with navigation of the Tube network and symbols are used to show where principle transport networks interface with the Tube. There is a Tram symbol at Wimbledon and river service symbols at a number of stations. The East London line extension to West Croydon will be shown on the map including the Tram symbol at West Croydon.
The Oyster Rail services and London Connections map displayed at Underground stations and National Rail stations shows the detail of transport connections within London and displays the whole Tramlink network along with all other rail services within London.
I am extremely disappointed to see no mention in your transport strategy of extensions to tramlink. You have accepted elsewhere that there should be a north-south route from Streatham to Purley and the Crystal Palace extension was previously all set for the go-ahead. Residents appreciate the problems faced by budget black holes but recognition needs to be given of the desire for these extensions and the Mayor’s and TfL’s commitment to delivering them. Will you give such a commitment and include the tram in your revised TfL business plan next year? – Steve O’Connell
My Transport Strategy specifically mentions extensions to Tramlink on pages 128 and 129. I am committed to improving transport in outer London, and I recognise the important role played by the tram. This is reflected by proposal 16.
Given the large capital expenditure required in delivering new or extended tram services it is vital that we choose the right solutions to address challenges and opportunities in south London. As a consequence, TfL is committed to increasing the capacity of Tramlink and is working with the London Borough of Croydon to do so. In addition, some initial investigation of Tramlink extensions, to meet these challenges, has been undertaken and this will be explored further with boroughs and other key stakeholders over the next six months. The results will be included within the south London sub-regional transport plan due for completion in late summer 2010.
However, there is no funding available within the current business plan period (to 2017/18) for Tramlink extensions and additional funds would have to be sought from government or other sources to progress such a scheme.
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