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London's £72 Billion Transport Plan Aims for Zero-Emission Future

1/29/2026

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Transport for London released a 10-year plan requiring £72 billion to maintain and expand London’s transport network and close a £3 billion funding gap through 2034/35.
The plan prioritizes balancing operations with capital investments, including maintenance, accessibility upgrades, and the Bakerloo line extension, seeking government support funded by fare revenue and property development.
Environmental goals require a zero-emission bus fleet by 2034, but funding for some projects remains uncommitted.

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Transport for London released a 10-year plan requiring £72 billion to maintain and expand London’s transport network and close a £3 billion funding gap through 2034/35.
The plan prioritizes balancing operations with capital investments, including maintenance, accessibility upgrades, and the Bakerloo line extension, seeking government support funded by fare revenue and property development.
Environmental goals require a zero-emission bus fleet by 2034, but funding for some projects remains uncommitted.