Extending the Night Tube to Thursdays is a forward-thinking policy that would give a vital boost to the West End and beyond. It would mean more trade, safer travel and a stronger nighttime economy.
The Economic Case: Thursday is the New Friday With flexible and remote working on the rise, Thursday nights now see high footfall in areas like Soho and the West End. Many Londoners start their weekends early, and businesses report an increase in demand for late-night services. Extending the Night Tube further strengthens our hospitality, entertainment, and cultural sectors—helping venues stay open, hire more staff, and thrive in a competitive global city.
Cleaner Air, Less Congestion Extending the Night Tube will encourage more people to use public transport rather than private cars or taxis, reducing road congestion, air pollution, and noise at street level. Fewer car journeys mean fewer emissions and a quieter, safer environment for residents, especially in densely populated areas of Westminster.
Reducing Late-Night Disturbance with Staggered Leaving Times With more frequent trains throughout the night, crowds leaving venues will be spread over several hours instead of all at once. This helps prevent noise spikes, anti-social behaviour, and pressure on local services. Staggered departures mean less disruption for families and vulnerable residents, making Westminster’s streets safer and more pleasant at all hours.
Safer Journeys Home Residents and businesses are united in the desire to counter the crime that built up concentrations of visitors attract. With safe, reliable transport available later into the night, more Londoners and visitors could participate in late-night events, concerts, and theatre and return home quickly. Many night shift workers, including those in hospitality, healthcare, and cleaning, would benefit from improved transport options, making late-night commutes safer and more convenient.
We're calling on Westminster City Council to back our calls for Mayor Sadiq Khan to provide a night tube on Thursday nights.
