Source · Select Committees · Public Accounts Committee
Recommendation 8
8
Pause in HS2 Euston construction used to develop affordable, passenger-focused design
Conclusion
The Department told us that it wanted to look at all elements of the design to see where the opportunities are to deliver something that prioritises passenger benefits and wider benefits of the scheme, but also reduces costs.14 It plans to use the pause in construction to determine the minimum requirements for the station and make decisions about what should be prioritised for the design to be affordable but still maximise value.15 Budget and cost estimates
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 24 September 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗