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On this section of my website you can read about the latest news concerning HS2 as well as more about the work that I am doing to support those who are affected by the route.

Where do I stand on HS2? I believe high speed rail lines should follow existing transport corridors. I think there is a good argument for a high speed rail network as a better and greener transport option than short-haul flights, which would free up scarce landing slots at our airports for flights to long-haul destinations we can reach no other way, but I think HS2 would be better routed along motorways or railway lines we already have, not across open Warwickshire countryside.

I promised to argue for this when I was elected in 2010 and I have done so. I also promised to devote time and energy to the detail of HS2 and I have kept that promise too. I have spent about 50% of my time since 2010 on this issue alone. I have worked with individuals affected and action groups set up to campaign against HS2 and of course continue to do so. The challenge now is to minimise the disruption which the construction phase of the project will cause and I am working with Councillors and Community groups to achieve that.

If you think that I might be able to assist you with issues relating to HS2, please click here to get in touch.

HS2 Ltd has developed a website with more information about HS2 in Warwickshire:
https://hs2inwarwicks.commonplace.is/ 

News

Jeremy Wright

HS2 Construction Commissioner Visit

Friday, 6 March, 2020

Since the Prime Minster’s decision last month to continue with the High Speed Rail (HS2) project, it is clear that the construction of HS2 will begin in earnest in the next few months.

Jeremy Wright

Sir Mark Worthington - Constituency Tour

Monday, 2 March, 2020

I took Sir Mark Worthington, the Construction Commissioner for HS2 on a tour of the current construction sites for HS2 in my constituency. During the tour I highlighted the current challenges faced by local residents some of whom he was able to meet.

Jeremy Wright

HS2 February 2020

Thursday, 20 February, 2020

For nearly 10 years, HS2 has been a significant issue in this Constituency. A number of my constituents are directly affected, with houses or businesses that are in or near the path of the line, and many more will be affected by the construction of the line and the disruption it will bring.

Jeremy Wright

HS2 Review Group Letter to Prime Minister

Friday, 17 January, 2020

Along with numerous other colleagues I have signed a letter to the Prime Minister, urging him to take a second look at the HS2 project. 

Jeremy Wright

HS2 Sub Forum Meeting - October 2019

Monday, 28 October, 2019

To encourage more open effective communication between HS2 Ltd and the community in Warwick District and Stratford District, on Friday 18th October I held the first HS2 Sub Forum meetings.

Jeremy Wright

Meeting with The Woodland Trust

Thursday, 17 October, 2019

This week I met Lucy Ryan and Richard Barnes from the Woodland Trust, where we discussed the interdependency of the vegetation and the Ancient Woodlands the importance of protecting Ancient Woodlands, until the future of HS2 is determined by the Oakervee Commission.

Jeremy Wright

Ancient Woodland Update Oct 19

Tuesday, 8 October, 2019

As you know, I have already made a number of representations about the preservation of ancient woodland in HS2’s path until the review into its future has concluded.

Jeremy Wright

Ancient Woodlands Update October 19

Wednesday, 2 October, 2019

Since the review into HS2’s future was announced, I have argued consistently that the removal of ancient woodland should not take place until that review has concluded.

Jeremy Wright

Views on HS2 September 2019

Wednesday, 4 September, 2019

My argument has always been that, although I think there is real merit in a high speed rail network in the UK, high speed railway lines would achieve their objectives with much less damage if they follow existing transport corridors, running alongside roads or railway lines which have already bee

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Second HS2 Forum Meeting

Friday, 5 July, 2019

The Kenilworth & Southam HS2 Implementation Forum met for the second time on 5 July 2019. New members from the local business and farming communities were welcomed, and the creation of subgroups to focus on specific local issues agreed.

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HS2

  • HS2 Minister Visit
  • A425 Updates
  • HS2 Long Itchington Tunnel Visit
  • HS2 in Warwickshire Commonplace Website
  • HS2 Natural England Licenses
  • HS2 Construction Commissioner Visit
  • Sir Mark Worthington - Constituency Tour
  • HS2 February 2020
  • HS2 Review Group Letter to Prime Minister December 2019
  • HS2 Sub Forum Meeting - October 2019
  • Ancient Woodlands Updates
  • Meeting with The Woodland Trust - October 2019
  • Submissions to the Oakervee Panel - Jeremy Wright MP - September 2019
  • Cubbington Woods Guided Walk and Picnic - September 2019
  • HS2 Statement - Cubbington Wood - September 2019
  • Cubbington Pear Tree and Meeting with the Transport Minister - September 2019
  • Views on HS2 September 2019
  • Second HS2 Forum Meeting - 5 July 2019
  • Meeting with Sir Mark Worthington (HS2 Construction Commissioner) – April 2019
  • First HS2 Forum Meeting - 15 March 2019
  • Kenilworth & Southam HS2 Implementation Forum
  • Letter to Simon Kirby, Chief Executive of HS2 Ltd
  • HS2 Third Reading
  • Follow-up inquiry on PHSO investigation into HS2 complaints
  • High Speed Rail Select Committee 2016
  • Petition to AP4 of the HS2 Hybrid Bill
  • Petition to AP2 of the HS2 Hybrid Bill
  • High Speed Rail Select Committee
  • High Speed Rail Bill Petition
  • HS2 Property Consultation September 2014
  • Abstaining on HS2 Hybrid Bill Second Reading
  • Second HS2 letter - October 2012
  • First HS2 letter - October 2012

HS2 in Warwickshire Website:

https://hs2inwarwicks.commonplace.is/

The HS2 in Warwickshire website is operated by HS2 Ltd using the Commonplace platform and is not the responsibility of Jeremy Wright MP.

Jeremy Wright MP for Kenilworth and Southam

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