The Conservative candidate for London mayor launches manifesto that would push up fares but invest in transport infrastructureZac Goldsmith has promised to keep spending on London’s rail and roads while pushing up fares if elected mayor,in a transport manifesto that attempted to paint a choice between Labour’s “experiment” in freezing fares, or delivering unique infrastructure. Launching the manifesto in Ilford on Wednesday morning, and the Conservative candidate pledged to come by London building” by pushing ahead with projects including further tube upgrades,Crossrail 2 and a southern extension to the London Overground, which he claimed could be jeopardised by Labour hopeful Sadiq Khans proposed fare freeze. Goldsmith said that keeping fares at current levels would create a £1.9bn black gap in the capital’s investment plans. Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com