London Passenger Transport Board. 1935-1940 New Works Programme Map. 1938
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London Passenger Transport Board. Map of New Works Programme 1935 - 1940 [Print code 38-1054 G 90M]
The LPTB New Works Programme (officially the 1935–1940 New Works Programme) was a major infrastructure and modernisation initiative launched by the London Passenger Transport Board (LPTB) in 1935. It aimed to expand and improve London’s public transport system to meet growing demand and support suburban development. The programme sought to extend the Underground into growing suburbs, replace outdated infrastructure, electrify and modernise older lines, integrate mainline rail services with the Underground, and improve capacity, speed, and reliability across the network. Major projects included the Northern Heights Plan, extending the Northern line to incorporate LNER branches to High Barnet, Alexandra Palace, and Edgware (partially completed); Central line extensions eastward to Ongar and westward to West Ruislip (completed post-war); the Bakerloo line extension to Stanmore (completed in 1939); Piccadilly line expansion west to Uxbridge and groundwork for Heathrow; new rolling stock and station upgrades; and trolleybus replacement for trams on key corridors. The programme was interrupted by World War II in 1939, with many projects delayed or cancelled. However, parts were revived and completed in the post-war period, forming the basis of London’s modern Underground network. It remains one of the most ambitious and forward-thinking transport investment plans in London’s history.
Size 45 x 59 cm | 17.5 x 23.0 inches
Date Published: 1938
Type: Antique colour public transportation map
Author: London Passenger Transport Board
Publication: London Passenger Transport Board Annual Reports
Condition: Good |
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