This simply isn’t correct. By comparing the two alignments, you can see why…
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HS2’s full potential is unlocked when Phase 2B opens to Manchester and Leeds, freeing up space on the WCML, MML, ECML and XC route.
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This will enable modal shift for people and things away from Britain's roads, allowing us to greatly reduce our GHG emissions.
Read more here:
permanentrail.co.uk/about/