HS2 Controversy: The Impending Big Decisions and Growing Anger

The UK government is facing pressure and criticism over the future of the HS2 rail project, with uncertainty surrounding whether the line will run its full intended length between Manchester and London. The costs of HS2 were discussed in a government meeting, and further decisions are expected to be made soon. Options include pressing on with the project as planned, scrapping the leg from the West Midlands to Manchester, or prioritizing the overlap between HS2 and Northern Powerhouse Rail. The decision will have significant implications for infrastructure, transport, and political dynamics in the UK.