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A garden bridge across the Thames is a delightful idea, and if Londoners like it, then it’s irrelevant who pays for their wishes to be realised.

The only evidence we have suggest that they do indeed want it.

A poll carried out by Yougov on 21-25 March 2014, covering 1,763 London adults, showed a fair and accurate image of the bridge by Arup, against the backdrop of the London skyline, and asked these citizens for their views.

69% of respondents voted in favour, 22% against, and 9% were undecided. (For details go to https://yougov.co.uk/news/2014/03/27/london-poll-strong-support-crossrail-2-and-thames-/

It’s easy to understand why the ‘Yes’ side won. The image is entrancing, and I’m willing to bet that the bridge will be hugely popular with Londoners and visitors alike.

Let work commence!

Maritz Vandenberg