HS2: Britain's Super-Fast Rail Dream
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HS2: Britains Super-Fast Rail Dream Faces Reality
HS2, once Britains ambitious plan for high-speed rail, has shrunk from its original vision of connecting London to Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds. The projects cost has skyrocketed to nearly £100 billion, with trains not expected to run until after 2033. Despite criticism over budget overruns and the new CEOs high salary, HS2 supports thousands of jobs. However, a recent report suggests capping train speeds at 186 mph to save billions and expedite service.
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