§ Mr. Newensasked the Minister of Transport what proposals he has received for extending the Victoria line from its 504W present terminus to Chingford; and what action he plans to take.
Mr. Bob BrownWe have received no proposals and no action by my right hon. Friend would be appropriate.
§ Mr. Newensasked the Minister of Transport what study he made of the possibilities of extending the Victoria line on the London Underground to Chingford before approving the existing plans for the route; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. Bob BrownLondon Transport have concluded, I understand, after investigations of possible demand, that the cost of extending the Victoria Line north of Walthamstow would outweigh the benefits. Duplication of British Railways' service from Chingford would be wasteful, particularly as convenient interchange between the two lines is possible at Walthamstow.