Signal failure: Who killed HS2?
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The HS2 Conundrum: Inefficiencies and Political Turmoil
This chapter examines the inefficiencies in large construction projects, particularly through the lens of the HS2 initiative and its comparison to European projects like the Madrid Metro. It critiques the excessive layers of contracting in the UK, highlighting the challenges of mismanagement, financial forecasting, and political dynamics that have led to public scrutiny over funding and project goals. The speaker's unexpected role in the narrative emphasizes the shifting governmental messaging and the growing complexities exacerbated by global events, revealing a shared blame among stakeholders.
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