Mike Brown announced as chair of HS2 Ltd as Transport Secretary reveals project reset

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has confirmed that Mike Brown will be taking over as HS2 Ltd Chair, working alongside CEO Mark Wild to deliver a programme reset, including reviewing the costs and schedule, renegotiating HS2’s large construction contracts, and reviewing HS2 Ltd’s skills and structure. The Transport Secretary has asked Mark Wild to be ready […]

Nationwide transport networks must be against climate threats

A new report published yesterday (Wednesday 18 June) underscores the need to adapt transport networks to withstand escalating climate risks and shows how this investment will yield significant economic returns. Titled Transport resilience in a changing climate – The case for investment, the report outlines how targeted, forward-thinking investment can safeguard infrastructure, reduce long-term costs, […]