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Make Trains Great Again: Can Labour bring our railways back from the brink?

The Bunker

CHAPTER

The Crossrail 2 Conundrum

This chapter explores the complexities and consequences of the cancelled Crossrail 2 project, particularly how it impacted HS2 and raised budget concerns. It recounts personal experiences of advocating for safety in the rail industry amid organizational pressures and critiques the Birmingham New Street station's design failures. Additionally, the chapter emphasizes the urgent need for high-speed rail infrastructure in the UK to enhance connectivity and accessibility.

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