DLR Extension to Thamesmead: 2033 Date & £1.62bn Cost
Transport for London has officially announced the timeline and budget for the Docklands Light Railway extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead, with construction set to begin in 2028.
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London's most useless station is just 199m from another
West India Quay DLR station is a mere 199 metres from Canary Wharf, making it the shortest distance between two stations on the London network. Discover the history and debate around this curious stop.
DLR extension to unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs
A major DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead, backed by government funding, is set to unlock 30,000 new homes and create 10,000 jobs, transforming travel and housing in East London.
DLR extension to unlock 30,000 homes in East London
Government-backed DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead will unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs, transforming two major Opportunity Areas. Read the full details.
South Londoners push for DLR extension to Bexley
Overwhelming public support for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, with calls to go further to Bexley. The £1.7bn project, backed by government, aims to unlock 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs. Read the latest.
Why London has only one light railway: The DLR story
Discover the unique history behind London's Docklands Light Railway and why this automated transit system remains the capital's sole light railway network. Explore the factors that prevented expansion.
Major fire closes Crossharbour DLR station in Isle of Dogs
A major restaurant fire on Pepper Street has closed Crossharbour DLR station. Ten fire engines are on scene. Locals advised to keep windows and doors closed. Get the latest updates.
DLR to be extended to Thamesmead, budget confirms
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms the DLR extension to Thamesmead, featuring two new stations and a Thames tunnel. The £1.7bn project aims to unlock 25,000 homes and 10,000 jobs by 2030.
DLR cleaners strike in sick pay row
DLR cleaners will walk out for four days in November and December over a sick pay dispute with Bidvest Noonan. Plan your travel now.
Government to back DLR expansion to Thamesmead
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to approve funding for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, a project set to transform transport in a historically underserved part of London and unlock 15,000 new homes.
DLR extension to Thamesmead and Beckton approved
London's Docklands Light Railway will expand to Thamesmead and Beckton Riverside in a £1.7 billion project cutting journey times and creating thousands of homes. Discover the new routes.
£1.7bn DLR Extension to Thamesmead Approved
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce £1.7bn funding for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, unlocking 25,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs. Discover the transformative impact.
£1.7bn DLR Extension to Thamesmead Approved
The massive £1.7 billion DLR extension to Thamesmead is officially happening, set to unlock 25,000 homes and slash journey times. Read the latest details and timeline.
Reeves funds DLR extension to Thamesmead in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves greenlights DLR extension to Thamesmead, set to create 10,000 jobs and unlock 30,000 new homes in major London transport upgrade.
Thamesmead residents demand DLR extension for better links
Thamesmead residents are desperately hoping for a DLR extension to fix the area's long-standing transport problems. Could this be the key to unlocking 30,000 new homes?
DLR stabbing suspect hunt: Police release CCTV images
Metropolitan Police launch urgent manhunt for suspect after stabbing incident at Huntingdon DLR station in East London. CCTV images released as investigation continues.
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