Source · Select Committees · Transport Committee
Recommendation 12
12
Accepted
The Government must conduct its study on how best to take HS2 to Leeds urgently.
Recommendation
The Government must conduct its study on how best to take HS2 to Leeds urgently. We ask that a timetable for this work, including a firm date for the final report, be published by September 2022. This is essential for demonstrating that the commitment made to Leeds for high speed connections will be fulfilled. (Paragraph 47) Stations and cities
Government Response Summary
The government will publish the terms of reference for the HS2 to Leeds study before the summer recess, with the study anticipated to take around 18 months; however, the government states that the study does not guarantee further interventions.
Government Response
Accepted
HM Government
Accepted
The Government accepts this recommendation and will publish the terms of reference for this work before the summer recess. The Government anticipates that work on the study will take around 18 months. Preparatory work has been undertaken in the meantime, involving Network Rail and local stakeholders. The Government will continue to work closely with the West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Leeds City Council, and other relevant local authorities throughout the course of the study to ensure final recommendations are informed by local evidence. Unless and until any other decision is reached, the Government’s preferred approach remains that which was set out in the IRP, and the undertaking of this study does not guarantee further interventions will be agreed or progressed.