Transport for London (TfL) has moved to reassure commuters that a major new engineering project on the Jubilee line will not lead to any closures or service suspensions on the London Underground.
Critical Works for Safe Operation
The 18-month programme of trackside works near Queensbury station is scheduled to begin on Friday, January 16. The improvements, focusing on the line's embankment, are expected to continue until the summer of 2027. TfL has described the project as 'critical' to the continued safe operation of the Jubilee line through the London Borough of Brent.
In a statement to MyLondon, the transport authority confirmed that Tube services will not be affected by the engineering activity. Passengers can expect trains to run as normal throughout the lengthy construction period.
Residential Disruption from Delivery Vehicles
While the Tube will run uninterrupted, TfL has issued a warning to residents living near the worksite. They should prepare for potential disruption caused by large delivery vehicles using local roads to access the site.
Lowther Road, situated just south of the railway tracks, is anticipated to bear the brunt of the increased traffic. In a letter to locals, Andrew Hatch, TfL's Local Engagement Manager, acknowledged the inconvenience.
"Once works get underway some noise from site is expected," the letter stated. "We will take every possible step to minimise any disturbance to our neighbours, including only working during the day. All staff will be briefed about respecting our neighbours and keeping any noise to a minimum and we will closely monitor noise levels throughout."
Simultaneous Works at Southgate Station
Separately, another station improvement project is causing significant disruption for commuters in North London. From Monday, January 6, Southgate station will operate as an exit-only station until mid-March.
This is due to essential repairs being carried out on one of its two escalators. The restriction is expected to cause major problems for morning commuters, leading local campaigners to call for the plan to be reversed, making the station entry-only in the mornings instead.
A petition urging TfL to change its approach has garnered more than 1,100 signatures. Despite the public pressure, TfL is proceeding with its original exit-only plan for the duration of the escalator repairs.
