Written question asked by Keir Starmer (Labour) on Tuesday, 30 April 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 7 May 2019 (named day). It was answered by Nusrat Ghani (Conservative) on Tuesday, 7 May 2019 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

High Speed 2 Line

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps he is taking to ensure that HS2 Ltd and his Department are working with the (a) local community and (b) Camden Council to maximise the movement of material by rail from (i) Euston Station and (ii) Approaches areas in order to minimise the number of additional HGV lorry movements through Camden.

Answer: In accordance with the HS2 Phase One Environmental Statement and assurances provided to Camden Council, HS2 Ltd has identified an option to maximise the movement of material by rail. In developing proposals with its contractors, HS2 Ltd has a regular dialogue with Camden Council through existing forums and with the local community through the Euston Community Representatives Group, which represents local groups and associations in the Camden area, in addition to making information available on its local ‘HS2 in Camden’ website.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 249345
Session: 2017-19
Subjects: Construction Camden Large goods vehicles Excavation High Speed Two High Speed 2 line Euston Station
Link: View this Written question on www.parliament.uk