JonPritchard published Government confirm HS2 cannot buy land not linked to building of...

A bid to stop the HS2 company from buying up excess land around the controversial rail line has been welcomed by businesses - but not some nearby residents.The Country and Land Business Association has claimed a victory for property owners after the Government ruled HS2 could not buy any land through a compulsory purchase order (CPO) to develop projects around the line.The CLA claimed it was a victory against plans for an "outrageous land grab" but one Long Eaton resident said she...