HS2: review launched over whether rail project should proceed

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Scheme has been criticised because of cost and final report will be produced by the autumn

A review has been launched into whether the proposed High Speed 2 rail project connecting London to Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds should go ahead, the transport ministry said on Wednesday.

 

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I for one am all for it. It means that when I get to Birmingham I can enjoy the litter and rough sleepers a little longer.

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