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PM brushes off Tory objections and says work on laying track could begin in AprilBoris Johnson has staked his political reputation on delivering a “new anatomy of British transport” that will boost capacity and cut fares and journey times, as Downing Street seized control of the HS2 project and promised massive new spending on infrastructure.Brushing off the objections of Tory MPs who warned him that the rail scheme would become an albatross around the government’s neck, the prime minister announced on Tuesday that work on laying the track could start as soon as April. Continue reading...
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Wednesday, 12 February 2020
Government
- Oakervee Review of HS2Sets out the independent Oakervee Reviews advice to government on 'whether and how' to proceed with HS2.
BBC News
- Burton Green: The Warwickshire village split down the middle by HS2As plans for HS2 are confirmed, homes in Burton Green will be bulldozed to make way for the track.
- HS2: 'I think fairly soon we might well see evictions'As HS2 gets the go-ahead, the BBC Midlands Transport Correspondent explains what could happen next.
- HS2: Outrageous rail project will not benefit Wales, transport expert saysThe 106bn project will have an
- HS2: Why do big government projects cost so much?HS2 is far from alone when it comes to government projects that have gone over budget.
- HS2 go-ahead: Support and criticism among MPsThe HS2 high-speed rail link has been given the go-ahead - what was the reaction in Parliament?
- HS2 in Manchester: 'A waste of money' or 'worthwhile'?Manchester passengers call HS2
- HS2: Government to give high-speed rail line the go-aheadThe rising cost of the project and accusations of mismanagement have provoked anger from critics.
- 'HS2 has completely wrecked our lives'A couple are being forced to leave their home on the HS2 route.
- HS2 go-ahead controversial and difficult, admits Boris JohnsonThe prime minister says he will appoint a full-time minister to oversee the project and
Financial Times
- Johnson’s rail gamble sends signal on levelling-upPM’s decision in theory marks end of decade of turmoil but is unlikely to bring debate to a halt
The Guardian
- Oakervee report gives Boris Johnson cover for HS2 decisionHigh-speed rail line should be built in full, report says, dashing hopes of opponents
- Boris Johnson bets on HS2 to deliver new spine of UK transportPM brushes off Tory objections and says work on laying track could begin in AprilBoris Johnson has staked his political reputation on delivering a “new anatomy of British transport” that will boost capacity and cut fares and journey times, as Downing Street seized control of the HS2 project and promised massive new spending on infrastructure.Brushing off the objections of Tory MPs who warned him that the rail scheme would become an albatross around the government’s neck, the prime minister announced on Tuesday that work on laying the track could start as soon as April. Continue reading...
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The Telegraph
- Boris Johnson confirms he has given HS2 the 'green signal' [subscription]Boris Johnson has confirmed that the 88bn HS2 rail line has received the "green signal," arguing that the "exploding costs" are outweighed by its "fundamental benefits".
Times Online
- HS2 will never be carbon neutral in 120-year lifespan [subscription]Environment groups have condemned the decision to build HS2 as the company behind the scheme admitted it would never become carbon neutral over its 120-year projected lifetime.
- HS2: why is it costing so much? [subscription]What has been announced? HS2 was originally put on the drawing board in 2009 but Boris Johnson paused the project in the summer pending a review led by Doug Oakervee, the former HS2 Ltd chairman.
- Northern rail network fast-tracked as HS2 finally confirmed [Subscription]A new high-speed rail network across the north of England could be built five years earlier than planned after Boris Johnson criticised intolerable delays to upgrades.
- Northern rail network fast-tracked as HS2 finally confirmed [Subscription]A new high-speed rail network across the north of England could be built five years earlier than planned after Boris Johnson criticised intolerable delays to upgrades.
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- HS2 will put Wales at a 'competitive disadvantage'Political parties and business groups are worried about the impact the decision to go ahead with HS2 will have on Wales
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- HS2 go-ahead sees Bradford leaders want guarantee for cityBRADFORD leaders have welcomed Boris Johnson giving HS2 the green light, but are demanding the PM guarantees a city centre stop as part of the plans.
Bristol Live
- Bristol East junction to get vital upgrade as Boris Johnson flashes the cash to regions outside LondonThe Prime Minister unveiled investment package for local transport projects as he finally gave green light to HS2
London Evening Standard
- Release full details of harmful dust on Tube, TfL bosses urgedTube chiefs today came under pressure to reveal full details of the amount of harmful dust on the Underground.
- HS2 given green light by Boris Johnson as he vows: 'We are going to get this done'Boris Johnson today promised
- Eurostar now selling tickets for direct Amsterdam to London trainsTickets for the Eurostar's new direct route from Amsterdam to London have now gone on sale.
Northern Echo
- HS2: Northern leaders praise the Prime Minister's decision on high-speed and Northern Powerhouse RailLEADERS across the North-East yesterday welcomed the government’s commitment to HS2 and the North following Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s announcement yesterday.
Bucks Free Press
- Boris Johnson commends Amersham and Chesham MP in HS2 statementBoris Johnson commends Amersham and Chesham MP Dame Cheryl Gillan in his HS2 statement.
- It's official - HS2 will go ahead HS2 will go ahead, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has just confirmed.
East Anglian Daily Times
- Greater Anglia helps battle against disease threatening wildlife iconThe company and its five Community Rail Partnerships have joined forces to give 2,000 towards the research at the University of East Anglia (UEA).
Leeds Live
- What the 100 billion HS2 project will actually mean for LeedsThis is how it HS2 could affect Leeds both positively and negatively
- Image shows how Leeds train station will look when Platform Zero is completeAn artist's impression has been released of exactly what Platform Zero will look like when the work is done
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
- PM confirms HS2 will go ahead alongside revolution in local transportHS2 will go ahead alongside radical improvements to local transport networks all across the country, the PM has confirmed . In a statement to Parliament he set out that after careful consideration of the independent Oakervee review, the decision has been taken to proceed with HS2. With the right reforms in place, HS2 will become the spine of the countrys transport network, bringing our biggest cities closer together, boosting productivity and rebalancing opportunity fairly across the country. Alongside this, the PM outlined his vision for a revolution in local transport to ensure that ...
Construction Enquirer
- Game-changing task ahead for HS2 phase 1HS2 is being hailed as a game-changer for the industry that will usher in new ways of working and innovation.
Construction News
- Mace welcomes Euston change as industry cheers HS2 decisionThe chief executive of HS2s 1.5bn Euston contractor Mace has welcomed the prime ministers announcement of a more integrated approach to works around the station.
New Civil Engineer
- HS2 civils contractors face the axe if they fail to cut costsMain civils contractors appointed to work on High Speed 2 (HS2) face being thrown off the job if they cannot bring down the projected cost of work.
- Terminating HS2 at Old Oak will disrupt Crossrail services, review warnsTerminating High Speed 2 (HS2) at West Londons Old Oak Common hub will lead to extremely crowded services on the Elizabeth line (Crossrail), the government-ordered review into HS2 warns.
Rail Technology Magazine
- Network Rail endorses Bender UK signal systemBender UK’s Innovative RS4 Signalling Power Protection system has been approved by Network Rail. The system delivers heightened sensitivity for first fault location and allows compliance with Network Rail’s Insulation Monitoring and Fault Location requirements. The new RS4 uses...
- Eliminate rail track pollution and protect your railway ballast and our environment The Challenge Stop spills or contamination before the event of contamination occurs to protect our environment with OPEC’s (https://www.opec.co.uk/railway-protection-trays.html Rail Track Protection Trays). Drainage plays an important role in the stability of the rail network....
- Government gives the green light for HS2This afternooon Boris Johnson annouced in the House of Commons that HS2 will go ahead. He said:
Railnews
- Long-awaited Oakervee HS2 review is published The review of HS2 from former HS2 chairman Doug Oakervee has been published, to coincide with the Prime Ministers statement to MPs. He says that the advantage of HS2 is primarily that of improving capacity. Higher speeds, although still important, are not so vital. The total cost of all phases now ranges from 80.7 billion to 87.7 billion at present day values, according to the Chairmans Stocktake. But Oakervee warns that there is considerable risk that the prices for Phase One will not remain at these levels without rigorous cost controls, while the cost of Phase 2 is more uncertain...
- Its official: Johnsons Cabinet gives HS2 the green signal Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that HS2 is going ahead. However, he has criticised the management of HS2 Ltd, particularly in its approach to local communities. Mr Johnson said: The Cabinet has given High Speed Rail the green signal. We are going to get this done. And we are taking action to restore discipline to the project. He also said Northern Powerhouse Rail will be developed.
Other News Sources
- Oakervee Review signals new thinking on HS2 station designsReport warns significant risk of billions of pounds in development value being missed. The Oakervee Review into HS2 has hinted that the design of most of the lines stations will need to be rethought.
- Business leaders and environmental campaigners at odds over HS2The impact of the new rail line has been greeted by both dismay and enthusiasm - depending on who you're asking.
- Damage caused by HS2 route irreparable and irreplaceable The Wildlife Trusts Nikki WilliamsThe Mayor for the West Midlands, Andy Street, and Nikki Williams, who is head of campaigns at The Wildlife Trusts discuss HS2.
- HS2 costs will now be under control Chancellor Sajid JavidAs well as concerns about the huge cost of HS2, there wasn't much else for the Chancellor to cheer about today - as new figures showed the British economy flatlined in the last three months of the financial year.
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