Results of the consultation and the outcomes of the Crossrail 2 Growth Commission are expected next spring and will inform a submission to Government for development consent.

 

Subject to Government funding and approval construction could begin in 2020 with the first Crossrail 2 service running in 2030.

 

Crossrail 2’s managing director Michele Dix said: “As development of this vital railway continues we will be taking on board feedback from the consultation to progress the designs for the project.”

 

London Mayor Boris Johnson added: “This consultation is key to helping us to fine tune the proposals and to ensure that everyone with a view on Crossrail 2 can have their say and is listened to.” 

 

London Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s chief executive Colin Stanbridge commented: “Crossrail 2’s construction is vital for keeping London moving. We welcome this consultation as an important step in moving toward delivering extra much needed rail capacity.”

 

Labour’s London Assembly transport spokesperson Val Shawcross said: “This significant step forward in Crossrail 2’s delivery is hugely welcome.

 

“There are, of course, many issues to be ironed out, most notably the impact of the Crossrail 2 route on Camden and the surrounding area. It’s absolutely crucial that, wherever possible, we mitigate the impact on local housing and businesses. Overall, if we can get the detail right, this project will be a huge boost to the whole of London.”

 

Crossrail 2 is planned to run in tunnel between Wimbledon and Tottenham Hale and New Southgate, connecting with existing rail networks in Surrey and Hertfordshire.

 

It is said that 200,000 new homes and 200,000 new jobs could be supported by the scheme. The new railway is set to provide capacity for 270,000 more people to access central London during the morning peak.

 

Transport for London and Network Rail have already carried out two consultations on Crossrail 2, which have shown overwhelming support for the railway.