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Proceeding contribution from Mike Gapes (Labour) in the House of Commons on Tuesday, 19 July 2005. It occurred during Debate on bill on Crossrail Bill.


Crossrail Bill

Regrettably, most of the land in my constituency seems to have been built on for housing and high-rise flats. I am not sure that we have a location as suitable as that in Romford. I hope, however, that discussions can take place about making sure that brownfield sites are used and that the needs of the community are taken into account. I am sure that the issue will be resolved in due course to the benefit of all of us in London, not least the hon. Gentleman’s constituents. I have detained the House for long enough, and I want to allow other Members to speak. Crossrail is supported by a spectrum of organisations in London, by employees, trade unions, community organisations and commuters, and by a wide spectrum of interests of all kinds. Let us unite together and make sure that it becomes a reality.


Secondary information

Type
Proceeding contribution
Reference
436 c1146 
Session
2005-06
Chamber / Committee
House of Commons chamber
Subjects
Compulsory purchase Construction Elizabeth line Crossrail Finance Land Greater London Freight Franchises Heathrow Airport Powers Property transfer Planning Olympic Games Railway stations Railways Parliamentary procedure Railway network Passengers Underground railways Office of Rail Regulation Commuters Paddington Station Reading Station Petitions
Legislation
Crossrail Bill 2004/05 to 2005-06 to 2006-07 to 2007-08
Link
View this Proceeding contribution on www.publications.parliament.uk