Transport Secretary orders probe into HS2 costs, rules out Northern extension

The Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh has ordered an investigation into HS2’s costs as she also rules out recent rumours that the line will be extended north of Birmingham.
HS2 tunnel entrance next to the M25 motorway (c) ianVisits
Following concerns about cost controls at HS2, the Secretary of State has launched an independent review to ensure lessons are learned to support action and to ensure that the costs for HS2 are brought under control.
She has also stated that the government will