Victoria Line (Extension Cost)

HC Deb 12 June 1967 vol 748 cc24-5W

105. Mr. Berry

asked the Minister of Transport what has been the cost to date of the Victoria underground line extension preparatory engineering works in Bessborough Gardens, Westminster; what will be the total cost if approval for the extension is not given; and by whom it will be paid.

Mr. Swingler

No bills have yet been rendered for the work. The cost, if approval for the extension is not given, would depend on the timing of a decision not to proceed. Any cost would be borne by the London Transport Board. They have been authorised to spend up to £100,000.