Extinction Rebellion protests Silvertown Tunnel with letter
XR argues the scheme will not reduce congestion, will fail to boost local economies and exposes people to more toxic air. The letter says the tunnel's £2billion cost dwarfs the mayor's flagship £50million green new deal fund, which aims to tackle global warming. The road tunnel under the Thames would link Silvertown to the Greenwich Peninsula. Transport for London says the scheme will cut congestion at the Blackwall Tunnel, improve journey times, boost jobs, reduce air pollution on busy roads and increase cross-river bus links XR's letter adds: "[T]he silent majority, terrif...
Source: newhamrecorder.co.uk