HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
A review of the HS2 rail line has attributed its failings to a focus on high speeds and political pressure. The report, expected to be published soon, will suggest lowering top speeds to manage costs. It is anticipated that the project's expenses will exceed £100 billion, with delays pushing the operational date beyond 2033.
- ▪The HS2 rail line's issues stem from prioritizing high speeds and political influences.
- ▪Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has requested a review to consider reducing train speeds to cut costs.
- ▪The project's costs are projected to surpass £100 billion, with delays expected to push back the opening date beyond 2033.
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HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure 44 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleKaty AustinTransport correspondentPA MediaThe HS2 rail line failed due in part to a focus on achieving the highest possible speeds and political pressure, a review is expected to find.The scheme has been undergoing a "reset", and in March Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander asked HS2 bosses to look at lowering top speeds to save money.This latest report into HS2, expected to be published this week, is authored by former National Security Adviser Sir Stephen Lovegrove and has considered the implications for the civil service and public sector.Its findings are expected to agree with a previous review that HS2's so-called "original sins" included changing political priorities and…
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