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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

HS2 Phase 2b Update

07 October 2020 · Department for Transport

Proposed by Andrew Stephenson Con Pendle

Transport

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At a glance

Key points

  • The statement provides an update on the development of the Western Leg of HS2 Phase 2b.
  • HS2 Ltd is developing legislation for the Western Leg in smaller sections.
  • A consultation seeks feedback on four technical refinements for the project.

Issue summary

The statement provides an update on the development of the Western Leg of HS2 Phase 2b, including legislative progress and technical refinements.

Action requested

HS2 Ltd is developing legislation for the Western Leg of Phase 2b in smaller sections as recommended by Douglas Oakervee. A consultation seeks feedback on four technical refinements, with further decisions pending the Integrated Rail Plan outcomes. The Government has also published a response to previous changes and updated safeguarding directions.

Key facts

  • HS2 Ltd is developing legislation for the Western Leg of Phase 2b in smaller sections.
  • Four technical refinements are being consulted on: Crewe Northern Connection, rolling stock depot at Crewe, expansions to Manchester Piccadilly and Manchester Airport stations, and a new facility at Annandale.
  • The Government has made £4.2bn available for city regions' transport initiatives from 2022/23 to 2026/27.
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