The above line has been subject to closures and delays for a number of years. What has been the financial cost, including, if possible a breakdown,of surveys, infrastructure work, compensation to third parties, and new traction procurement to this stage. The line is still not electrified or using electric traction.

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TfL Ref: FOI-4701-1718

Thank you for your email received on 27 February 2018 asking for information about London Overground. Please accept my apologies for the delay in responding.

Your request has been considered in accordance with the requirements of the Freedom of Information Act and our Information Access Policy. You asked:

Gospel Oak - Barking electrification

The above line has been subject to closures and delays for a number of years. What has been the financial cost, including, if possible a breakdown of surveys, infrastructure work, compensation to third parties, and new traction procurement to this stage. The line is still not electrified or using electric traction.

Network Rail are best placed to provide you with the information you require as they are the owners of this project. You can contact them via [email protected]

Please see the attached information sheet for details of your right to appeal.

Yours sincerely,

Melissa Nichols

FOI Case Officer

FOI Case Management Team

General Counsel

Transport for London

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