How often do we hear that we should learn from projects already implemented? In the case of HS2 of course, HS1 comes to mind.
The patient and wise might suggest that it is still too early to be definitive. If … Read more › “Lessons from HS1”
Published on 31st October, Changing Britain: HS2 Taking Root shows the imaginative steps being taken by nine cities and towns across the north of England to ensure that they can realise the full benefits of HS2.
The cities concerned … Read more › “Greengauge 21 heralds a further step forward by HS2 Ltd”
A new study carried out by Greengauge 21 for the Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE) has examined the social consequences of re-opening the railway between Plymouth and Exeter via Tavistock and Okehampton, and found there is a good case … Read more › “Rural Reconnections: the social benefits of rail reopening Exeter – Okehampton – Tavistock – Plymouth: a case study”
Crossrail connection planned to the West Coast Main Line
In a case of better late than never, the announcement of a DfT study into a connection between Crossrail and the West Coast Main Line is most welcome. This concept emerged … Read more › “Buckinghamshire is to be an HS2 beneficiary”
