JUBILEE LINE EXTENSION AND FUTURE OF LONDON'S DOCKLANDS

As this motion is using historical data, we may not have the record of the original ordering, in which case signatories are listed alphabetically.

This is an amendment to an existing motion

This motion was originally tabled by Sir Michael Neubert on 06 July 1992. This is amendment number 1.

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Suggested amendment

at end add 'always bearing in mind that the existence of the line conveys a benefit to the owners of Canary Wharf alone estimated at up to ú1 billion, and that the taxpayer thus has a right to expect the developer contribution originally agreed with Olympia and York.'.

Original motion text

That this House believes that the proposed extension to the Jubilee Line is vitally important for the future competitiveness of London; recognises that it is critical to the success of Docklands; furthermore, notes that it is needed to continue the regeneration of South and East London; recognises that it will provide an essential link to the proposed Channel Tunnel Rail Link at Stratford; and believes that all parties involved in the project should reach an agreement on the financing of the extension as soon as possible to ensure that construction is not delayed any longer.

The first 6 Members who have signed to support the motion are the sponsors. The primary sponsor is generally the person who tabled the motion and has responsibility for it. The date shown is when the Member signed the motion.