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HS2 Revealed
Guardian article: Pros and cons
Secretary of State for Transport Justine Greening announces the plans for HS2 including improved tunneling. However the project is met with opposition. -
Channel 5 news report on HS2
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Exceptional Hardship Scheme revealed
To compensate the property owners affected by HS2, the Government launches its Exceptional Hardship Scheme. From January to July, homeowners and other people affected by HS2 consulted with the Governement. See the reports here -
Prefered Route Announced
Prefered route for HS2 The Government reveals its prefered route for HS2 which links London and Birmingham. The route is met with strong opposition by people living in the Warwickshire area, however the Transport Secretary criticises their views. -
HS2 Finally Gets the Go Ahead
Justine Greening on HS2After many consulatations and revising of plans, the rail link is finally permitted to go ahead. The link, which is estimated to cost around £33bn, will connect London and Birmingham before other branches heading to Manchester and Leeds are introduced. There are still opponents who question how much HS2 will benefit their areas. The Secretary of State for Transport referes to the increase in jobs but people are still unconvinced. -
Consultation on Phase 2
Another consultation for the second phase of HS2 is commissioned. Click the link to see the documents -
Hybrid Bill Declared
The 'Planning Permission' The construction of HS2 moves a step closer as a Hybrid Bill is published. This allows the Government to construct the link, whilst also allowing those affected by the rail line to voice their concerns through petitions. -
Council Plans to Object
Council's ObjectionCoventry City Council reveals that it will object to the proposals of HS2 in order to get the best for the city. By objecting, the council will be able to debate with a Select Committee and this will ensure that Coventry will not miss out on any potential investments. Residents of Coventry appear to have mixed views about HS2, with some debating whether it will actually bring any benefits to their area. -
Unsellable Homes in Warwickshire
Britain's most blighted village
Residents living in the village of Gilson have already been affected by the M6 Toll and M49 but now HS2 is leaving some of their houses 'unsellable'. -
The Future?
HS2 is to be completed by 2033 and will cost around £33bn. There are still concerns about who will actually benefit from HS2, although there is still time for developments
