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High Speed Rail (Crewe-Manchester) Bill and associated documents
24 January 2022
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Transport
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The Minister is introducing the High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill, which includes plans for the Crewe Hub and Northern Connection to enhance connectivity across north-west England.
Action Requested
The Government will introduce the High Speed Rail (Crewe – Manchester) Bill, publish a response to the second Design Refinement Consultation, and update the Strategic Outline Business Case. The bill aims to construct and operate HS2 between Crewe and Manchester with an estimated cost range of £15bn to £22bn.
Key Facts
- Government's response to the second Design Refinement Consultation is being published.
- Update on the Strategic Outline Business Case (SOBC) sets out a cost range of £15bn to £22bn for HS2 between Crewe and Manchester.
- The Bill will be introduced to effectively halve journey times between major UK cities.
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