The Liberty line: Romford to Upminster<\/strong>. The Liberty line celebrates the freedom that is a defining feature of London and references the historical independence of the people of Havering, through which it runs.\u202fIt will be grey parallel lines on the map.\u00a0<\/p>\nStakeholders, customers, historians, industry experts and communities have played a key role in suggesting the new names through independent engagement, which took place ahead of the decision for the final six names. This was key for the Mayor, as London\u2019s diverse history and culture have always played a significant role in shaping the city and it was important for the line names, which will be used for years to come, to reflect this.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan said:\u00a0\u201cThis is a hugely exciting moment, transforming how we think about London\u2019s transport network.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cGiving each of the Overground lines distinct colours and identities will make it simpler and easier for passengers to get around. In re-imagining London\u2019s tube map, we are also honouring and celebrating different parts of London\u2019s unique local history and culture.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThe new names and colours have been chosen through engagement with passengers, historians and local communities, reflecting the heritage and diversity of our amazing city.\u201d\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n
Andy Lord, London\u2019s Transport Commissioner, said: \u201cThe London Overground is one of the most successful railways in the country and has grown to carry more than three million customers a week. The network, which has grown quite considerably since 2007, is currently shown as a complicated network of orange on route maps.\u202f\u202f This can be confusing for customers less familiar with the network and could be a barrier for some wanting to use the London Overground. These new names and line colours will simplify the maps and routes for our customers, and it is hoped it will encourage more people to make the most of our services.\u202f It is also a great way to tell the stories of some important parts of London\u2019s cultural diversity.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mark Bullingham, Chief Executive Officer for The Football Association, said:\u00a0\u201cWe\u2019re so pleased to see the Mayor of London and Transport for London recognise the historic achievements of our England women\u2019s team with the newly named Lioness line. The line honours the incredible victory in the UEFA Women\u2019s EURO in 2022 at Wembley Stadium connected by EE, and the lasting legacy this team is creating in inspiring the next generation.\u201d<\/p>\n
Geoff Coleman, Chief Executive Officer for Mildmay Mission Hospital, said:\u00a0\u201cWe are deeply honoured that the\u202fMildmay line was chosen as one of the new London Overground lines names in recognition of the work of the dedicated doctors, nurses and support staff at the Mildmay Hospital.\u202f From its humble origins in the 1860s \u2013 serving the poorest people of the East End \u2013 to its pivotal role during the HIV\/AIDS crisis in the 80s and 90s, Mildmay has evolved into an internationally renowned rehab centre, and our dedicated team continues to serve people from across London. More than just tracks and stations, the Mildmay line symbolises a journey of acceptance, love, and belonging \u2013 a vibrant thread connecting our collective past, present, and future.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Arthur Torrington CBE, Co-founder and Director of the Windrush Foundation, said:\u00a0\u201cWindrush Foundation congratulates Transport for London for creating a new interest in travel on the Windrush line as part of the London Overground line naming project. We are reminded of the iconic journey of Empire Windrush and the contributions the Caribbean community have made to the capital over many decades. We are pleased to be recognised this way and look forward to seeing Londoners using the Windrush line.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
James Gaselee, Clerk for Worshipful Company of Weavers, said:\u00a0\u201cWe are delighted that one of the newly named London Overground lines will be called the Weaver line in recognition of the silk weaving trade that was centred on Spitalfields; this is not however purely historic as the name of the line will also shine a light on the silk weaving, textile and fashion industries that continue to flourish in London and across the country\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Jemima Olchawski, Chief Executive of the Fawcett Society, said:\u00a0\u201cWe owe so much to the courageous suffragettes and suffragists who campaigned hard and at significant personal cost for women to have the vote and we at Fawcett are delighted that their activism is being recognised by TfL. We hope that commuters on the Suffragette line will pause to think about these amazing women and the work they did to build our democracy. The Fawcett Society, founded by Millicent Fawcett in 1866, and strengthened by our members today is proud to continue this legacy of feminist campaigning for a more equal society. The naming of the Suffragette line is a wonderful way to pay tribute to the women who have gone before us and to inspire the next generation of feminist campaigners, as our work isn\u2019t yet done!\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n
Julie Frost, BID Director for Romford BID, said:\u00a0\u201cThe Romford BID welcome the announcement that the Romford to Upminster branch line now has a new name; the Liberty line. This is a very fitting name as it speaks to our Borough\u2019s centuries old status as a Royal Liberty. Back then, this shared status helped to bound our different communities together. What better way to keep alive the spirit of this association than by renaming a key piece of our local transport infrastructure.\u202f We hope passengers will be further encouraged to use the new Liberty line to come and see all the many things we have on offer in Romford\u201d.\u00a0<\/p>\n
London Overground first began in 2007 when TfL took over four under-used suburban railway lines. The network has since grown, meaning it has now become represented by a spaghetti of orange on the Tube maps. The Mayor was committed to help simplify this for customers with a new line name and colour for each line, and with names chosen to showcases London\u2019s rich history, heritage and diversity.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Michael Roberts, Chief Executive of the capital\u2019s transport watchdog, London TravelWatch, said: \u201cIt\u2019s good to see the new names of the six London Overground lines revealed today (15th February 2024). Distinguishing between the separate lines should help passengers plan journeys more easily and know which services are running at times of disruption simply by hearing the name of the line.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe look forward to seeing this rolled out and will be keeping an eye on how it\u2019s integrated into the current system, particularly with TfL\u2019s journey planner and map.\u201d<\/p>\n
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