Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander says the high-speed rail project may require more funding and a longer timeline before initial passenger services begin.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said the United Kingdom’s HS2 high-speed rail project could cost as much as £102.7 billion and that the first services may not begin until 2039. The update points to further delays and higher costs for one of Britain’s largest infrastructure projects, indicating continued pressure on transport planning, public spending, and long-term delivery timelines.