HS2 Next Steps
The key milestones in the current forward programme for HS2 are:
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Phase 1 |
Phase 2 |
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Spring 2013 |
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New blight scheme and safeguarding zone for Phase 1 in place |
Consultation on the Exceptional Hardship Scheme for Phase 2 |
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Consultation on Environmental Statement for Phase 1 |
Engagement programme on Phase 2 preferred route commences, to discuss local views and concerns |
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End of 2013 |
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Introduce into Parliament a Hybrid Bill to provide necessary powers to construct and operate Phase 1 of the railway |
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Early 2014 |
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Consultation on preferred route for Phase 2 |
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Late 2014 |
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Government announcement of the chose route for Phase 2 |
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2015 |
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Hybrid Bill for Phase 1 planned to receive Royal Assent, then preparatory works start |
Commence engineering design, environmental impact assessment and preparation of Hybrid Bill for Phase 2 |
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2017 |
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Main Phase 1 construction works start |
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2026/27 |
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Phase 1 opens to passengers |
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2032 |
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Phase 2 opens to passengers |
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