What steps will you take with TfL to progress works surrounding Rotherhithe Tunnel repairs? My constituents have raised concerns that the Rotherhithe Ferry, planned to be a pedestrian and cycle crossing, has been cancelled given that it was meant to replace the original Rotherhithe Bridge project.

Transport for London (TfL) has completed design work and preparation of tender documents for the detailed design and build for the major renewal of Rotherhithe Tunnel. However, owing to TfL’s lack of long-term funding certainty, the tendering process for the detailed design and build stage is currently paused. A series of short-term interventions are being put in place to ensure the tunnel remains safe and operable until the main refurbishment project can be progressed.

The delivery of any proposed new crossings, such as the Rotherhithe Ferry, will be conditional on TfL receiving long-term funding support from government.