In this episode, Nigel and Richard speak with Andrew McNaughton, former HS2 Technical Director, and one of its first two employees. They discuss the reasons behind HS2's alignment, speed, and capacity, emphasizing the importance of fighting for Phase 2A. The hosts also touch on the King's Speech, express concerns about the slow progress of the project, and discuss the implications of scrapping HS2 North. They highlight the need for factual correctness in salvaging the environment and share exciting news about future plans and a new team member.
