In response to concerns phase 2 of the project could be axed, more than 20 business leaders called on the next Prime Minister to back it.
Dear Sirs,
Connecting our great cities of the North with a world-class, higher capacity rail network is not only fundamental to the success of the Northern Powerhouse, it is fundamental to the success of the entire country.
HS2 Phase Two will extend the benefits of this vital piece of infrastructure to more than 25 million people – over a third of the UK’s population – across the Midlands, The North and Scotland.
These people and places must not be denied the job and growth opportunities that HS2 brings. It must continue beyond Birmingham. Our support must not flounder or stall. We must unite to deliver HS2 in full, and we urge you to join us by offering your vocal and unwavering support. Making HS2 happen will help ensure the UK fulfils its potential.
To our next potential Prime Minister we say – back it, build it, benefit from it.
HS2 Phase One, connect
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