EAST LONDON LINE

That this House notes that London Underground's East London line is due to close in December 2007 in order that work on the phase 1 extension project can be completed by 2010; welcomes the important role that the extension will play in creating a world class transport infrastructure in preparation for the 2012 London Olympic and Paralympic Games; further notes that the East London line is currently operated by London Underground; welcomes the fact that, once the line is re-opened, there is the option for the East London line to continue to be operated by the London Underground; and calls for East London line passenger services to remain in the public sector.