In response to the Written Ministerial Statement on Crossrail, which shows that pre-Covid budget costs have escalated by £140 million and more costs and delays due to the virus should be expected, Dr Alison Moore AM, Chair of the Transport Committee, said:
“Today’s announcement on Crossrail points to a further delay to the opening of the line. We knew costs were increasing before Covid hit, and it now seems almost certain that the project will be further delayed and put further into the red as a result of this crisis.
“I can fully understand Londoners’ frustration because this pandemic, and the economic fallout it creates, will likely mean there is still no concrete opening date and costs will continue to rise.
“Crossrail will be a fantastic asset to London once it is finally finished. In the meantime, the London Assembly Transport Committee will continue to keep a close watch on developments and push to ensure Londoners are kept up to speed with its progress.”
Notes to editors
- Written Ministerial Statement on Crossrail
- London Assembly Transport Committee
- Dr Alison Moore AM is Chair of the Transport Committee and is available for interview – see contact details below.
- As well as investigating issues that matter to Londoners, the London Assembly acts as a check and a balance on the Mayor.
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