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fromianVisits
6 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces disruptions, leadership changes, and issues with the District Line and HS2 construction.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

HS2 spends 20,000 on Lego model of west London station

HS2 invested £20,000 in a Lego model of its Old Oak Common station to enhance public understanding of the infrastructure project.
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4 months ago

HS2 spends 20,000 on Lego model of west London station

HS2 invested £20,000 in a Lego model of its Old Oak Common station to enhance public understanding of the infrastructure project.
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fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Started too soon: HS2 boss blames pressure for early construction start for later problems

HS2's civil engineering is two to three years behind schedule due to early construction start and unknown risks.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

HS2 already billions over budget with work just over halfway done', says rail boss

HS2 construction costs have escalated significantly from initial projections, raising concerns over management and ongoing project viability.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

HS2 should be largely completed' by now but is just over halfway there, boss admits

HS2 construction is only 60% completed, delayed by starting work without finalized designs or consents.
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fromianVisits
1 month ago

HS2 completes 8.4-mile tunnels under west London ahead of Euston TBM launch

Two 8.4-mile HS2 railway tunnels under west London have been completed, enhancing the high-speed rail network in the UK.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Opening of HS2 line set to be delayed beyond 2033

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is expected to announce in Parliament that HS2 will not meet its target date of 2033 due to cost overruns.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Reviews show Tories wasted billions of pounds on HS2, transport secretary to say

The previous Conservative government's mismanagement of HS2 has led to excessive costs and wasted taxpayer money, as identified in recent reviews.
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fromianVisits
1 month ago

One TBM to go: HS2's Northolt Tunnel nears completion as third TBM completes its drive

The Northolt Tunnel's boring machine has completed its tunnel drive, showcasing significant progress in HS2 construction.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour had the chance to finally kill off HS2. Instead, it's throwing more money into the pit | Simon Jenkins

HS2's funding and cost challenges have been largely ignored in public discussions about government spending.
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fromianVisits
7 months ago

London's weekly railway news

HS2 project faces major budget overruns due to rushed planning and lack of cost awareness from officials.
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fromianVisits
1 month ago

HS2 helping to reopen a disused platform at the "Downtown Abbey" station

HS2's surplus ballast aids reopening a historic railway platform, enhancing capacity for events and showcasing railway heritage.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Derailing the doubters? New HS2 superstation to bring 10bn of redevelopment to west London

The Old Oak Common transport super hub is projected to generate a £10 billion economic impact in West London over the next decade.
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fromianVisits
4 months ago

HS2's Old Oak Common station could boost local economy by 10 billion over a decade

The HS2 station at Old Oak Common is projected to boost the local economy by £10 billion over a decade.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

From backwater to hotspot: how HS2 could bring 10bn economic boost to Old Oak Common

HS2's Old Oak Common station is set to economically transform west London, projected to add £10 billion over a decade.
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago
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Old Oak Common - mega station starts to grow

HS2 trains will be temporarily rerouted due to preparation work at Old Oak Common station until December 30.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 months ago

Derailing the doubters? New HS2 superstation to bring 10bn of redevelopment to west London

The Old Oak Common transport super hub is projected to generate a £10 billion economic impact in West London over the next decade.
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fromianVisits
4 months ago

HS2's Old Oak Common station could boost local economy by 10 billion over a decade

The HS2 station at Old Oak Common is projected to boost the local economy by £10 billion over a decade.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

From backwater to hotspot: how HS2 could bring 10bn economic boost to Old Oak Common

HS2's Old Oak Common station is set to economically transform west London, projected to add £10 billion over a decade.
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fromianVisits
2 months ago

HS2 lifts up its second tunnelling machine after 5-mile journey under London

TBM Caroline has completed its task in the HS2 Northolt Tunnel after excavating over 1.2 million tonnes of earth.
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fromianVisits
5 months ago

HS2 is a "casebook example of how not to run a project" - Parliamentary report claims

Major uncertainties about Euston station's construction present significant challenges for the HS2 project, including unclear costs and completion timelines.
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fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

When Euston Station was shiny and new

Euston Station, crucial since 1837, faces layout criticisms despite modern structure less than 60 years old and challenges linked to HS2.
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fromianVisits
9 months ago

HS2's Euston station set for revival: Transport Secretary hints at link to Old Oak Common

Euston station is crucial for HS2, with plans for a tunnel link to Old Oak Common under consideration.
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fromianVisits
5 months ago

HS2 is a "casebook example of how not to run a project" - Parliamentary report claims

Major uncertainties about Euston station's construction present significant challenges for the HS2 project, including unclear costs and completion timelines.
fromianVisits
9 months ago
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HS2's Euston station set for revival: Transport Secretary hints at link to Old Oak Common

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fromianVisits
3 months ago

Second HS2 tunnel reaches Greenford, completing Western Northolt tunnel

The completion of a 5-mile railway tunnel underneath west London marks a significant milestone for HS2, showcasing the advanced technology of tunnel boring machines in the project.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

HS2 is an example of how not to run a project' and may not even reach Birmingham

The HS2 project faces severe management and financial challenges, risking failure in delivering high-speed rail between London and Birmingham.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

HS2 put hopes on bootcamp to boost local jobs

Fatima's experience demonstrates how skills training initiatives can open doors for individuals in the construction industry.
The HS2 bootcamp showcases the program's potential to create local job opportunities amidst the project's controversies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Cost of HS2 could pass 80bn as estimated bill jumps 15% in a year

The HS2 high-speed railway’s potential cost is now estimated to exceed 80bn, reflecting a 15% rise in just over a year since the last report.
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fromianVisits
9 months ago

HS2 turns London clay into celebration dinner plates

The group of 17-21 year olds began using the clay to make a simple plate in 2023, learning how to process, manipulate and fire the clay. They developed skills in raw material breakdown and handmade production over two years, culminating in a 100-plate dinner service whose making saw collective effort and creativity.
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