Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, a
DfT and HS2 Ltd expect to complete the reset in spring 2027, but it is essential that they ensure the programme is fully on a stable footing before the reset is complete. DfT and HS2 Ltd should review how realistic the timetable is in autumn 2026 to complete remaining work and, if necessary, revise the timetable to provide them with the additional time needed to complete the reset.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: High Speed Two Ltd · Source location: Page 13, b
As part of its reset of the organisation, HS2 Ltd should identify any critical capability gaps that, although they may be most relevant for later stages of the programme, should be addressed earlier to help with managing the programme as a whole.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, c
DfT and HS2 Ltd should ensure that they maintain a focus on cost, schedule and commercial management as they move into the next stage of the programme. This includes fully embedding lessons from the management of the main works civils contracts, as well as wider lessons from previous rail programmes on integration and the complexity of bringing a railway system together.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, d
When deciding on the HS2 train fleet and how it will integrate with the wider rail network, DfT should ensure that it aligns with the future operation of the rail network as a whole and ensure sufficient seat capacity to maximise overall benefits.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, e
DfT and HS2 Ltd should revisit the governance as the programme moves into the next stages of work to check it remains fit for purpose.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, f
In developing its benefits strategy, DfT should set out how it will work with other stakeholders to maximise the benefits from HS2, including roles for owning, delivering and reporting benefits.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, g
As part of fully establishing the new delivery approach at Euston, DfT should set out how it expects the new bodies ? including the private finance partner, the delivery company and the development corporation ? will work as part of that.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded
Addressee: Department for Transport · Source location: Page 13, h
Following completion of its strategy for the disposal of former Phase 2 land and property, DfT should confirm its expected timetable for disposals to provide more clarity to those who may be affected.
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Under consideration
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No implementation status recorded