A report from the National Audit Office has said the HS2 high-speed rail project faces major cost pressure and an unrealistic timetable.

A report from the National Audit Office has said the HS2 high-speed rail project faces major cost pressure and an unrealistic timetable.  The NAO believes that the 2026 target opening date for the first phase was at risk despite making good progress. HS2 is still confident it can achieve all its goals. In 10 years’ time the phase linking London and the West Midlands is due to be completed.  The next section, running to Crewe is due to open a year later ... Read more
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