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Post by TB123 on Feb 5, 2024 10:50:51 GMT
haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/dlr-extensionConsultation opened on improving public transport in Beckton & Thamesmead with a DLR extension being the preference but Overground and Tram also considered. This is a separate consultation to the planned BRT project.
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Post by Busboy105 on Feb 5, 2024 12:37:29 GMT
Consultation for a train service? That's a first!
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Post by twobellstogo on Feb 5, 2024 12:55:04 GMT
Consultation for a train service? That's a first! The Bakerloo extension was also consulted on.
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Post by busboy17 on Feb 5, 2024 13:34:11 GMT
I get the need for a station at Thamesmead but not an end of route station maybe extending to Abby Wood or Bexleyheath would be better connection wise
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Post by greenboy on Feb 5, 2024 13:48:53 GMT
I suspect any DLR extension to Thamesmead would get overwhelmed with the demand.
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Post by joefrombow on Feb 5, 2024 14:38:35 GMT
Good idea however maybe extend to meet Liz line at Abbey Wood or a Station in Erith and also have it serve Beckton and then reverse back .
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Post by vjaska on Feb 5, 2024 14:52:17 GMT
haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/dlr-extensionConsultation opened on improving public transport in Beckton & Thamesmead with a DLR extension being the preference but Overground and Tram also considered. This is a separate consultation to the planned BRT project. Whilst I do think Thamesmead needs a station, I'm not convinced the DLR is the right way to go. Probably in the minority but I'd rather the extra money was poured into an Overground extension for all the extra links that will come which would open many possibilities. Also, I don't think the 15 minute frequency should be a barrier - I'm a bit miffed why it's bad for Thamesmead but ok for many areas which may only see a 30 minute frequency or less on there respective line. Or go the whole hog and stick both options in - obviously it won't happen (mainly because this country likes doing everything on the cheap, not even confirming they will safeguard a route for any further extension from Thamesmead) but I'm not sure one or the other will have the desired impact they think.
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Post by southlondonbus on Feb 5, 2024 15:14:40 GMT
haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/dlr-extensionConsultation opened on improving public transport in Beckton & Thamesmead with a DLR extension being the preference but Overground and Tram also considered. This is a separate consultation to the planned BRT project. Whilst I do think Thamesmead needs a station, I'm not convinced the DLR is the right way to go. Probably in the minority but I'd rather the extra money was poured into an Overground extension for all the extra links that will come which would open many possibilities. Also, I don't think the 15 minute frequency should be a barrier - I'm a bit miffed why it's bad for Thamesmead but ok for many areas which may only see a 30 minute frequency or less on there respective line. Or go the whole hog and stick both options in - obviously it won't happen (mainly because this country likes doing everything on the cheap, not even confirming they will safeguard a route for any further extension from Thamesmead) but I'm not sure one or the other will have the desired impact they think. I'm not sure the Overground though linking into Barking would be the best option though. I can't see it being hugely popular to travel on the C2C or District Line to Barking then change trains to come under the water. I'd imagine most would end up preferring the bus to either Abbey Wood or Woolwich. Personally if there is a real desire to improve things to Thamesmead then a new tunnel if need be should be dug from Woolwich with a new Elizabeth line station at maybe Plumstead and 2 new stops in Thamesmead.
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Post by sdaniel on Feb 5, 2024 15:16:19 GMT
Consultation for a train service? That's a first! The Bakerloo extension was also consulted on. When is the Bakerloo extension to Lewisham happening?
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Post by wirewiper on Feb 5, 2024 15:21:24 GMT
I get the need for a station at Thamesmead but not an end of route station maybe extending to Abby Wood or Bexleyheath would be better connection wise The consultation explains that an eastward extension has been ruled out on cost grounds - it would still be as expensive to provide, but with fewer benefits than the link into East and Central London which is where the majority of the passenger demand is expected. Thamesmead still has bus links to Abbey Wood and other stations for eastward connections.
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Post by busboy17 on Feb 5, 2024 15:27:45 GMT
I get the need for a station at Thamesmead but not an end of route station maybe extending to Abby Wood or Bexleyheath would be better connection wise The consultation explains that an eastward extension has been ruled out on cost grounds - it would still be as expensive to provide, but with fewer benefits than the link into East and Central London which is where the majority of the passenger demand is expected. Thamesmead still has bus links to Abbey Wood and other stations for eastward connections. Then what about belvedere it has fewer links or Plumstead the DLR could access Plumstead multiple ways without hitting Abbey Wood including going through belmarsh
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Post by twobellstogo on Feb 5, 2024 16:49:20 GMT
The consultation explains that an eastward extension has been ruled out on cost grounds - it would still be as expensive to provide, but with fewer benefits than the link into East and Central London which is where the majority of the passenger demand is expected. Thamesmead still has bus links to Abbey Wood and other stations for eastward connections. Then what about belvedere it has fewer links or Plumstead the DLR could access Plumstead multiple ways without hitting Abbey Wood including going through belmarsh Plumstead would be a tough ask. The proposed Thamesmead extension looks like it will terminate pointing south east, and the Woolwich Arsenal terminus faces almost due west - neither ideal directions to get to Plumstead.
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Post by twobellstogo on Feb 5, 2024 16:53:43 GMT
The Bakerloo extension was also consulted on. When is the Bakerloo extension to Lewisham happening? Covid put this on hold. Can’t imagine it happening for at least 10-15 years.
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Post by vjaska on Feb 5, 2024 17:06:12 GMT
Whilst I do think Thamesmead needs a station, I'm not convinced the DLR is the right way to go. Probably in the minority but I'd rather the extra money was poured into an Overground extension for all the extra links that will come which would open many possibilities. Also, I don't think the 15 minute frequency should be a barrier - I'm a bit miffed why it's bad for Thamesmead but ok for many areas which may only see a 30 minute frequency or less on there respective line. Or go the whole hog and stick both options in - obviously it won't happen (mainly because this country likes doing everything on the cheap, not even confirming they will safeguard a route for any further extension from Thamesmead) but I'm not sure one or the other will have the desired impact they think. I'm not sure the Overground though linking into Barking would be the best option though. I can't see it being hugely popular to travel on the C2C or District Line to Barking then change trains to come under the water. I'd imagine most would end up preferring the bus to either Abbey Wood or Woolwich. Personally if there is a real desire to improve things to Thamesmead then a new tunnel if need be should be dug from Woolwich with a new Elizabeth line station at maybe Plumstead and 2 new stops in Thamesmead. I thought the link is more to provide connections across the water rather than solely for people wanting Central London as Abbey Wood isn't far away (I know DLR will serve Custom House for interchange but Abbey Wood gives better chance of getting on board the Elizabeth line plus has other connections via Southeastern). My thinking is the Overground would open up things like job opportunities for people either side of the river where suddenly, a job in Thamesmead/Woolwich or a job in Barking & Dagenham becomes far more feasible as opposed to now.
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Post by rift on Feb 5, 2024 17:08:49 GMT
haveyoursay.tfl.gov.uk/dlr-extensionConsultation opened on improving public transport in Beckton & Thamesmead with a DLR extension being the preference but Overground and Tram also considered. This is a separate consultation to the planned BRT project. Whilst I do think Thamesmead needs a station, I'm not convinced the DLR is the right way to go. Probably in the minority but I'd rather the extra money was poured into an Overground extension for all the extra links that will come which would open many possibilities. Also, I don't think the 15 minute frequency should be a barrier - I'm a bit miffed why it's bad for Thamesmead but ok for many areas which may only see a 30 minute frequency or less on there respective line. Or go the whole hog and stick both options in - obviously it won't happen (mainly because this country likes doing everything on the cheap, not even confirming they will safeguard a route for any further extension from Thamesmead) but I'm not sure one or the other will have the desired impact they think. I personally think extending the Hammersmith and City line would’ve been the best option by far, but this country is too behind to ever make that a reality.
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