This is a brand new station on the line and was introduced after intense lobbying by local MP Simon Hughes. It will serve the local residential and business area, plus provide a link to mainline trains atWaterloo East and is expected to attract up to 7,000 passengers in the peak morning rush hour. An alternative location to the east was considered but it was felt would not attract as many local residents to the Tube.
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