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HS2 Phase 2a Development

HS2 Phase 2a Development concerns the revised scope and delivery of the High Speed 2 rail project following the government's October 2023 decision to cancel Phase 2 and Phase 2b, leaving only Phase 1 (London to Birmingham) to proceed. Led by High Speed Two (HS2) Limited, the issue is active and involves developing a new business case, addressing West Coast Main Line capacity challenges, and coordinating the Euston station development with commercial and housing components.

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5 Apr 2017 | Guidance Department for Transport High Speed Two (HS2) Limited linked

High Speed Rail (London-West Midlands) Act 2017: class approval for matters ancillary to development under Schedule 17

In response to: High Speed Rail (London to West Midlands) Act 2017: class approval

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