West Midlands and Greater Manchester mayors propose a 70-mile rail line between Staffordshire and Manchester Airport, replacing HS2's northern leg.

West Midlands and Greater Manchester mayors propose a new rail line between Staffordshire and Manchester Airport, replacing the cancelled HS2 northern leg. The 70-mile line aims to improve congestion on the West Coast Main Line and connectivity between regions. The Department for Transport will review the proposal, while the government remains committed to reallocating HS2 Phase 2 savings into improving local transport.

March 21, 2024
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