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politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Burnham's Policy Sketch: Public Ownership, Care Levy and a Northern HS2 Revival

After winning Makerfield, Burnham set out a policy blueprint within fiscal rules: push public ownership of key utilities (water/energy/rail where feasible), fund social care reform with a national care levy, launch a large council-house building programme funded by redirecting the affordable-housing budget, and revive the northern HS2 with funding ideas like windfall sharing or land-value capture. He also proposes targeted business-rate relief and other measures (education reforms, NI reconsideration, defence spending reform). Costs and funding details remain uncertain and depend on which models are pursued.

via BBC|

#andy-burnham #hs2 #labour-party

transport7 months ago•2 min saved

Govt signals Birmingham–Manchester rail link under NPR, decades away

Britain's government plans to propose a Birmingham–Manchester rail link as part of the Northern Powerhouse Rail project, but detailed plans are scant and the line may take decades to materialize, echoing past HS2 delays and cost concerns while political debate about delivery continues.

via BBC|

#birmingham #hs2 #manchester

world1 year ago•10 min saved

HS2: From Ambitious Start to Challenges and Lessons

Insiders argue that HS2 was doomed from the start due to inherent issues in the UK's geography and political system, leading to massive cost overruns, delays, and mismanagement, with some suggesting fundamental reforms are needed for future projects.

via BBC|

#cost-overruns #hs2 #infrastructure

politics-economy2 years ago•6 min saved

"Sunak Faces Red Flags Over Rubble in British Railway Town"

The cancellation of the northern leg of the HS2 rail project has left the town of Crewe in northwest England feeling neglected and has raised concerns for the Conservative Party's support in the upcoming election. The loss of the HS2 link has impacted local businesses and residents, leading to a shift in support away from the Conservatives in the "Red Wall" constituencies. The failure to deliver on the promise of "levelling up" and the economic disparity between London and the rest of the UK are contributing factors to the party's declining popularity in the north.

via Reuters UK|

#conservative-party #crewe #hs2

business2 years ago•4 min saved

Controversial Cuts: Rishi Sunak's Decision to Slash HS2 Rail Project Raises Concerns

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced plans to curtail the High Speed Rail 2 (HS2) project, the country's flagship transport project, in a move that has drawn criticism from business leaders who warn of damage to investor confidence. The government will cancel the Birmingham-to-Manchester high-speed line and redirect the saved funds to other transport projects in the English midlands and the north of the UK. Sunak cited a weakened economic case for HS2 due to a fall in business travel following the pandemic. Critics argue that the decision undermines the UK's international reputation and could have a negative impact on the construction industry and job market.

via CNN|

#business #hs2 #infrastructure

business2 years ago•2 min saved

UK Business Demands Answers from PM on HS2 Rail Link Silence

Business leaders and organizations in northern England are frustrated over Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's delay in announcing a decision on whether to scrap or delay the northern leg of the HS2 high-speed rail project. While it is believed that the stretch from Birmingham to Manchester will likely be delayed, the lack of an official announcement has caused confusion and disappointment. The project's escalating costs and potential cancellation of the northern section have raised concerns among business leaders about the need for investment and the missed opportunity to level up the region. Scrapping the link to Manchester would reduce HS2 to a line between London and Birmingham, with work on this phase already well underway.

via Reuters UK|

#business #hs2 #infrastructure

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rishi Sunak's Unwavering Stance Amidst UK U-turn Concerns and Tax Cut Debates"

UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak has dismissed concerns that recent policy U-turns have made the country a "laughing stock" ahead of the Conservative Party conference. Sunak defended his decision to drop parts of the Tories' 2019 manifesto, stating that he understands the public's priorities. He also refused to confirm whether the HS2 rail project would extend to Manchester, but insisted that the UK is attracting investment and creating jobs. Sunak's comments come as cabinet ministers, including Michael Gove, call for tax cuts and position themselves for potential leadership bids.

via The Guardian|

#conservative-party #hs2 #politics

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

HS2 Controversy: The Impending Big Decisions and Growing Anger

The UK government is facing pressure and criticism over the future of the HS2 rail project, with uncertainty surrounding whether the line will run its full intended length between Manchester and London. The costs of HS2 were discussed in a government meeting, and further decisions are expected to be made soon. Options include pressing on with the project as planned, scrapping the leg from the West Midlands to Manchester, or prioritizing the overlap between HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail. The decision will have significant implications for infrastructure, transport, and political dynamics in the UK.

via BBC|

#hs2 #infrastructure #manchester