CBI director-general Digby Jones said: 'The government is rightto back Crossrail. The failings of London's transport systemthreaten its position as a world business city.'

Jones beileves Crossrail will make journeys faster and morepredictable. He says it will improve links between regions andsupport urban regeneration and airport expansion.

'But the whole community will enjoy the benefits, not justbusiness,' he warns. 'That is why we need a full consultationbefore any decisions are taken on how to fund this scheme. Businessenthusiasm for funding Crossrail cannot be taken for granted.'

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