UK: Phase 2a of HS2, connecting the West Midlands to Crewe, has been given royal assent in parliament today (11 February).

Phase 2a measures 36 miles (58km) in length and will feature 2 tunnels, 17 viaducts and 65 bridges as well as a maintenance base. By giving royal assent to the high-speed line up to Crewe, it can now connect to one of the country’s principal rail hubs at Crewe. It also means this stage of the project can be built earlier than initially planned.

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