Ministers seriously considering HS2 plans
An independent Network Rail review has rubbished opponents of the High Speed 2 rail line, giving ministers good opportunity to push through construction of the line, reports BBC News.
Opponents of the rail line believe there are other rail improvements that can bring "similar benefits without making any sacrifices".
However, a Network Rail report commissioned by the government, cited by Breaking Travel News, shows that "the main alternatives cited by opponents cannot in fact generate the capacity and connectivity boost that a new high-speed rail line could deliver".
It is likely the rail construction will require a number of high-level tradesman, such as those looking for or in engineering jobs to construct. However, it is not only those looking for jobs that will benefit - commuters can experience a quick journey (London to Birmingham in 49 minutes) and businesses can use the line as a quick way to go up north or head down south.
A Network Rail spokesman naturally agreed with the findings of the report: "Alternative schemes to HS2 have been put forward which would deliver some short-term capacity benefits, but they could come at a heavy price in terms of disruption to passengers and the wider economy."
The decision on whether to deliver the £17 billion HS2 scheme was meant to be announced before Christmas but has been delayed until early this year.