HS2 has taken a major step forward with publication of the Bill for phase one of the line between London and Birmingham. The hybrid Bill, which is effectively the planning application for the scheme, gives the government the powers to … Read more › “Publication of the hybrid Bill”
Government’s plans for high-speed rail can help the UK meet its carbon emissions targets – particularly when the second phase to Manchester and Leeds is built.… Read more › “Phase 2 of HS2 set to deliver substantial carbon savings”
A new report released today shows that, contrary to Government forecasts, High Speed 2 (HS2) could in fact cut carbon emissions, but only if specific policies are put in place.… Read more › “Report casts doubts on Government’s carbon forecasts for HS2”
A research study into the potential full carbon impacts of HS2 has been commissioned from Greengauge 21 by the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), the Campaign for Better Transport (CBT) and the Royal Society for the Protection of … Read more › “Carbon impacts of HS2: Interim Report”
