High Speed 2
Debate between Laura Smith and Kelvin Hopkins(4 years, 9 months ago)
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Kelvin Hopkins
I agree with the hon. Gentleman; absolutely. Even within the northern region there are some dreadful train services. There are old charabancs on rail tracks that are a disgrace and should have been replaced, and the lines have not been electrified. They should have been.
Laura Smith
It is key to note that for Northern Powerhouse Rail to happen, we have to have the HS2 infrastructure in place.
Kelvin Hopkins
I think I have made my point. I am running out of time, Mr Hosie. I could go into much more detail, but on this occasion perhaps I should conclude here. I think the case against HS2 is overwhelming. I look forward to a sensible Government abandoning it and reinvesting in all the other schemes that are so much more beneficial and needed.