The HS2 (High Speed 2) will link London to Birmingham and Manchester and Leeds, if indeed approved, but there have long been concerns about its budget
It is understood Boris Johnson will tomorrow confirm plans to build the entire line linked London to Birmingham and Manchester and Leeds.
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