Crowlands Action Group
Formally 'The Crossrail Action Group'

 

Victory For C.A.G.

 

Statement from the Chairman

On behalf of Romford Crossrail Action Group I would like to put on record our delight following the decision reached by the Select Committee to accept the amendment put forward by the Department for Transport to make use of existing railway locations thus removing the need for a depot and additional facilities at Romford.

Over the last two and a half years the committee and its supporters have worked tirelessly to prevent the blight, long term disruption and undoubted congestion that this scheme would have brought to our town.

We have always argued that we objected to the proposed location of the depot not only because of the inconvenience and distress it would have bought to hundreds of residents in an already overdeveloped area but also as it was an extremely costly option. In our petition we suggested that a much less complex and expensive option was to use existing facilities at Old Oak Common in West London and we are thrilled that the Select Committee have ruled in our favour.

I would like to extend my thanks to the committee members, local MP’s and all of the local residents who supported us and helped raise funds to fight our cause.

Tony Wood

Chairman, Romford Crossrail Action Group

 

Messages from our Supporters!

Message

 Name
Fantastic effort chaps, it shows the little man can still have a voice Mick Tilson
We are writing to say a big thank you to all the committee of C.A.G. for the very sterling work you all did in getting the Crossrail project moved to the existing facilities at Old Oak Common.  We really do not know how much time and effort it took to change this decision, but we really do appreciate the difference it will make to our area of Romford (so often forgotten in the throes of things).  Please pass on our sincere thanks and best wishes to all the committee. Mr & Mrs Constable
Such good news and that means that Westlands is spared as well.  You have all worked so hard and deserve some kind of recognition for your effects.  Well done! Sue and Andy
Well done you have all worked so hard for that. I am so pleased for you. Rhiannon
Well I have to say I never thought this pig headed thing we call a Labour government would break. All I can say is well done!! Now see if you can petition for free travel for under 30's, just once I would like a free bus ride!!!
 		 Sean Greene
We have enjoyed working on this project (and no doubt will continue to do so!!).  It has been a challenging matter at times but we feel that we have secured the right outcome for the Borough and for residents in the vicinity.  I'm sure that the Group can take great pleasure and pride in their role in the process, too.  Best wishes for the future.
 		 Martyn Thomas Havering Council Planning Officer   (still working with Crossrail regarding Romford Station)
Wow !  I am delighted. Isn't it good when a few people point out how much more sensible an alternative location will be and a big company takes note ? It gives me a warm glow.  I know it has been hard work for you all though. Drink plenty of champagne.  Best wishes to everyone at C.A.G!
 		 Megan Thomas  our barrister
Congratulations from New Zealand on the campaign C.A.G.  I'm delighted that a better solution has been found.   I hope that means I can set foot again in Romford one day!!
 		 James Ryan
(Former Area Consultation Manager for Crossrail)
Well done C.A.G, it has been a long battle and even when the outlook was most bleak the determination of the committee and campaign supporters was heartening to behold.  The resolute determination of the campaign committee supported by the people of Romford does show that ordinary people can by extraordinary effort achieve an outstanding victory.  A good result for local democracy in the truest sense of the word.
 		 Stephen Doe
This is really good news. well done!
 Roger Evans- GLA Rep. for Havering and Redbridge
Well done! Thanks for the info.  You have worked so hard !!!!!
 Ken Dellow
Great news and huge relief for all it would, and has, affected...... WELL DONE.  x x x x
Debbie
Congratulations to C.A.G  and many many thanks for all the hard work that you have put into the campaign over the past couple of years.  The result is fantastic so on behalf of myself and my family, a great big thank you.  We really appreciate what you have done. Susan Goldman

I'm glad that several members of the group could make it to the House today
for the announcement. Although things must have been quieter for you since
last summer when we decided to promote the alternative scheme, I know that
the announcement will draw a line under much hard work on the part of the
Committee over the past two and half years. I have commented before on the
constructive, dignified and well organised nature of your campaign; but
would also like to thank you for the friendly and polite way you have
engaged with me and my colleagues here at Crossrail throughout that time.
 

 Jonathan Baggs
Crossrail, Area Consultation & Petition Manager (East)

Congratulations!

 Michael Schabas
god bless to you all!!  THANKS A MILLON TIMES, I WONT FORGET YOU ALL XXXX  Ron Treslove, (Beechfield Gardens)
Superb News!
Well done again, a truly amazing result!		 Julie Griffin
WELL DONE!!!!  and a BIG thank you from all of us!!
You deserve an M.B.E. for services to Beechfield Gardens and the surrounding neighbourhood.
 
 Jill Wilkins, (Beechfield Gardens)
Thanks, that's great news!      Keith       (Beechfield Gardens)
Well done to everyone for fighting the fight.  I have no doubt that without you we would have had the depot on our doorstep.  Congratulations on your victory, it is well deserved and you should all be thoroughly proud of yourselves and what
you have achieved.  I hope that you all manage to celebrate in style and I will be certainly raising a glass to you this coming weekend.

Sue
Dear Cllr Benham,

I have just received notification from the Crossrail Action Group that Havering, and specifically the Brooklands ward, is going to be spared the blight that would have been the Crossrail Depot.  I am certain this victory has only been achieved by the hard work and dedication of all those involved in the CAG, who took it upon themselves to defend our ward and borough in the face of adversity whilst many of their fellow residents (myself included) sat back and let them get on with it.  I think that they
should be recognised by the borough in some way and wondered if you can suggest this to the powers that be or come up with an idea of how this can be achieved.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards,
Sue