# Lower Thames Crossing Costs Spiral

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-06-08T05:08:32+00:00
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## Resource

The Lower Thames Crossing project just got a $174 million cash injection, pushing its total cost over $3 billion — already more expensive per mile than HS2. Critics blast the government for quietly diverting funds, rushing ahead without publishing its business case, and contradicting its own rail nationalization promises. Despite claims that private investment will follow, campaigners accuse the Department for Transport of hiding spending moves from Parliament. The government insists the tunnel is essential to ease M25 congestion, with tolls planned but unconfirmed — and all public work funded upfront to attract private partners. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8cd33d6442300cf4

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