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www.ianvisits.co.uk
2 months ago
London

HS2 launches third giant tunnelling machine under west London

HS2 is digging a third tunnel under London using a new tunnel boring machine named Emily.
The quartet of TBMs, including Emily, will collectively complete the tunnel construction by 2025. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Northern rail link replacement plan emerges for axed HS2 route

Mayors of Manchester and Birmingham are discussing a replacement plan for the northern stretch of HS2, which could involve a new high-speed line or upgrades to existing rail connections.
The project would be mostly funded by the private sector, unlike HS2 which faced delays and soaring costs.
Train operating companies would cover initial costs, but taxpayer input would still be required. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

HS2 cost soars to 66.6bn, company boss admits

The cost of building HS2 between London and Birmingham has doubled from the original estimate.
The estimated cost for Phase 1, from London to Birmingham, is between 49bn and 56.6bn at 2019 prices. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

After 14 years of dead ends, here are three ways Labour can rejuvenate UK public transport | Jonn Elledge

Invest in improving public transport for economic and environmental goals.
Focus on protecting HS2 and making buses a public good. [ more ]
BBC News
3 months ago
London

HS2 now offers 'very poor value for money', MPs warn

The cancellation of HS2's northern legs makes the project poor value for money, according to a report from the Public Accounts Committee.
The report raises questions about the government's decision to only complete Phase 1 of the project and states that it will not be value for money. [ more ]
ianVisits
3 months ago
London

Former Crossrail TBM digs a new tunnel for HS2 at Old Oak Common

A tunnel boring machine used for the Elizabeth line has been repurposed to build a logistics tunnel for HS2 in west London.
The logistics tunnel will link the Old Oak Common station site to the Atlas Road logistics site, allowing for the transportation of construction materials without using roads. [ more ]
ianVisits
5 months ago
London

Early Warning - Paddington station will be closed over Christmas

London Paddington station will be closed from Christmas Eve until December 29th, affecting Christmas getaways.
Train services will be redirected to Ealing Broadway and Reading during the closure, with limited services.
The closure is due to railway works for the installation of new signalling and track equipment for HS2's Old Oak Common station. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
UK news

Northern council says it faces bankruptcy over scrapped HS2 link

Cheshire East council is facing potential bankruptcy due to the scrapped HS2 northern leg
The council is seeking compensation for the losses and the opportunity cost to the borough
Councils across the country are warning of financial crises unless there is intervention to boost local government funding [ more ]
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