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LIB DEM TRAM IT! CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED The Liberal Democrats have launched their Tram It campaign, calling for Croydon Tramlink to be extended to Sutton. Cllr Abigail Lock and MP Tom Brake were present at the launch which took place at Sutton railway station.
Cllr Lock – who is spokeswoman at the London Assembly for Sutton and Croydon – said: “It is high time that the pressure on our roads was eased and tram services extended to our area. Extending the tram network would not only complement existing public transport and provide an environmentally-friendly alternative to travelling by car, but also give a boost to the local economy as has been seen elsewhere. Running the tram to Sutton would show there is an alternative to Mr Livingstone's inner-city focused transport policy. The suburbs need better public transport too.”
Tom Brake – the MP for Carshalton and Willington – added: “Persuading people to abandon their cars in favour of greener forms of travel must be part of Britain's long-term transport strategy. I am thrilled to back the campaign."
* Further details on the Tram It! campaign can be found here.
Source: Wimbledon Guardian
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