The independent commentary on British political affairs.
The independent commentary on British political affairs.
May 2008
Vol. 11, No. 11
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It is blindingly obvious to anyone who lives or works in London that its rail and Tube services are overcrowded. On some lines you have to let several trains go by before you can squeeze into one. So there is no question that more capacity is needed.
But Crossrail is not just the solution to a transport problem: it is about supporting London’s success and future growth as a world city. The financial and business services sector is the most successful part of the UK economy.&nb…
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