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Written question asked by Richard Holden (Conservative) on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 29 June 2026 (named day). It was answered by Simon Lightwood (Labour) on Monday, 29 June 2026 on behalf of the Department for Transport.

High Speed 2 Line: Finance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what estimate she has made of the annual capital expenditure required to deliver a revived Phase 2a of HS2 between Birmingham and Crewe, and Phase 2b through to Manchester; and what assessment she has made of the potential impact of funding that expenditure on planned enhancement and renewal programmes across the existing rail network.

Answer

As part of the Northern Growth Strategy, the government set out its intention to ultimately deliver a full North-South new line between Birmingham and Manchester.

The Government is conducting feasibility work, working closely with local partners. This will consider a range of different route and specification options, including initial cost estimates. This work is expected to conclude in 2028.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
12808
Session
2026-27
Related items
High Speed 2 Line
Monday, 20 July 2026
Written questions
House of Lords
Subjects
Finance High Speed 2 line
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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