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How much is £10 billion, really?
£10 billion is a huge sum, comparable to the annual GDP of some smaller nations. This significant borrowing capability allows London to undertake massive infrastructure projects like the Bakerloo Line extension, which would otherwise be impossible. It highlights the growing financial autonomy of the capital city.
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