Woolwich - the missing link on the Crossrail plans
The Council has been running a campaign for a Crossrail station in Woolwich.
As part of our presentation, we produced a special video to back the campaign.
Our request was then presented to Parliament. We also worked with the suppliers to bring costs down. Recently, the government announced that Woolwich will be re-introduced into the Bill.
The proposals will next be considered by a House of Lords Committee before being given approval in Parliament. This is expected to take place in autumn 2007 or early 2008.
The Bill is on target for final approval by the Queen in May 2008.
More about Crossrail
Crossrail website
Watch the campaign video
In the campaign film, Nick Raynsford, MP for Greenwich and Woolwich, joins local people and business leaders to support the scheme.
Plus, there are graphics of how the Crossrail line will travel across London and cross the Thames to arrive in Woolwich.
You will need to have Windows Media Player or Real Player on your computer to watch the video.
But don't worry if you don't have either of them – a pop-up window will take you to a page where you can download the software for free.
Watch the video or view a text-only version
Show your support
Many thanks to those of you who have pledged your support for the Woolwich Crossrail campaign.
We have received a large number of positive comments from people who live and work in the borough, as well as others who agree with the strong arguments we have made.
Stay tuned...
The campaign continues and we urge local people to keep sending their messages of support. Use our Back Woolwich Crossrail online form to send us your message.
Woolwich is a vital transport hub in south London, and a Crossrail station here would bring huge regeneration and commercial benefits to the area.
Find out more about how Woolwich and Crossrail would benefit.