The HS2 high-speed rail project has been officially acknowledged as delayed past its initial 2033 deadline due to prior mismanagement by the Conservative government, culminating in significant budget overruns. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander stated that current plans for London to Birmingham cannot be met, admitting to a lack of financial viability for previous designs and planning inconsistencies. With a new leadership structure under HS2 Ltd chief executive Mark Wild, the government is focusing on realistic expectations and regaining public trust, asserting that no cancelled sections will be reinstated if unaffordable.
The government admits HS2 cannot meet its 2033 target due to mismanagement by the previous Conservative administration, which has led to cost and schedule overruns.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander mentioned that the scope, schedule, and budget for HS2 are unachievable, emphasizing the need for a reset under new leadership.
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