Review of HS2
Yesterday the government announced and independent review of the HS2 (High Speed Rail phase 2) plan in order to obtain clear advice on the best way forward in respect of this project.
Why this matters:
This review will provide the evidence to ensure Britain is investing in projects that deliver value for money and the best results for people across the country.
- The Prime Minister has been clear that transport infrastructure has the potential to drive economic growth, redistribute opportunity and support towns and cities across the UK, but that investments must be subject to continuous assessment of their costs and benefits.
- Douglas Oakervee and his expert panel will consider all the evidence available, and provide us with clear advice on the future of the project.
- The final report will be sent by the autumn and inform our decisions on next steps for the project.
Why this matters:
This review will provide the evidence to ensure Britain is investing in projects that deliver value for money and the best results for people across the country.
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