HS2, initially projected to cost £32.7 billion and operational by 2026, has faced severe setbacks, with the government now acknowledging major transparency issues and delays in construction. The project has shrunk to a single line with no physical progress made, despite substantial funds already spent. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander criticized the current state of HS2 as an 'appalling mess', highlighting the urgent need for resolutions but failing to provide a revised completion date. The situation reflects a broader narrative of mismanagement and rising costs in public infrastructure projects.
"The planned network has now been cut back to one line, with no track laid and no train built, despite already spending substantial taxpayer money."
"Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander labelled HS2 an appalling mess but vowed to sort it out, emphasizing the need to address the delays and financial overruns."
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