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Docklands Light Railway (DLR) extension to Belvedere

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Bexley Council is continuing its lobbying efforts for a proposed Docklands Light Railway extension to Belvedere.

Bexley Council is continuing its lobbying efforts to secure a proposed Docklands Light Railway (DLR) extension to Belvedere. At a Public Cabinet meeting on 21 October 2026, Councillor Jeremy Fosten sought clarification on the council's plan to pressure stakeholders. Councillor Cameron Smith, Deputy Leader of the Council, confirmed ongoing, multifaceted discussions with Greenwich Council, London Councils, and Local London.

The Docklands Light Railway (DLR) extension to Belvedere is a proposed project to extend the DLR line into the Belvedere area, a district within the London Borough of Bexley. The council's current focus is on advocating for the delivery of this proposed transport link.

Key facts

  1. Bexley Council is continuing lobbying efforts for the proposed DLR extension to Belvedere. Source
  2. The DLR extension was discussed at a Public Cabinet meeting on 21 October 2026. Source
  3. Councillor Cameron Smith confirmed discussions with Greenwich Council, London Councils, and Local London. Source
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  1. DLR to Belvedere: Council lobbying efforts continue Bexley Council is continuing its efforts to secure the extension of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to Belvedere, with lobbying efforts involving multiple stakeholders. Bexley 22 October 2026