Transport for London (TfL) has published the findings of its river crossings consultation, which shows a high level of support for a fixed link at Gallions Reach and new road tunnel between Silvertown and the Greenwich Peninsula.
Some 71% of respondents preferred the idea of a fixed link at Gallions Reach to that of a new ferry service, even though it would take four years longer to provide.
TfL's managing director of planning, Michele Dix said: “The proposed additional road infrastructure is vital. Apart from the opening of the QEII Bridge at Dartford there has been no increase in the capacity of the highway network across the river in east London for nearly 50 years.
“We will review the river crossings consultation report findings to decide what the next steps will be. There will be further more detailed consultations if any of the proposals are taken forward.”
