Rishi Sunak Acknowledges Enormous Cost of HS2
Rishi Sunak, Chancellor of the Exchequer, has admitted that the cost of the HS2 project has escalated far beyond initial predictions. Speaking at the Tory Party Conference, Sunak emphasized the need for proper consideration of the enormous sums involved, as it is taxpayer's money being spent.
PM Expected to Confirm Scrapping of Manchester Leg
During his upcoming conference speech, Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to finally confirm the scrapping of the Manchester leg of the HS2 project. This will be a crucial moment for both the PM and Sunak, as they aim to sell their ideas and vision for the country.
Confusion Surrounding HS2 Impacts Conservative Conference
The ongoing confusion surrounding HS2 has overshadowed the Conservative Party Conference. Yesterday, tensions rose as party members expressed their determination to fight for the project. However, the Tory West Midlands Mayor, Andy Street, warned that he would not let HS2 be axed easily, stating that politicians should stick to their word when making international commitments.
