Political action that is shaking up UK infrastructure

摘要

Last week was a big week for the UK's high speed rail ambitions but the way in which High Speed 2 (HS2) got its boost may set the tone for how other politically difficult infrastructure decisions will be made. Press invites to Manchester Town Hall were sent giving more than a hint at what was about to be said by the new, and widely respected, boss of HS2 Ltd. The scene was set and the stage was ready and on came chairman David Higgins to reveal his proposal for HS2 Plus -an acceleration plan that would see the high speed line yield benefits north of Birmingham earlier than planned (News last week).