Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Julian Smith and Heidi Alexander

Thursday 20th November 2025 Commons Chamber

[Heidi Alexander]

My hon. Friend is completely right. The previous Government lost control of HS2—there is no doubt about it. This Government commissioned the James Stewart review, which made a number of important recommendations to improve project delivery. Those lessons are informing a fundamental review of HS2 that will provide certainty to communities about how long disruption will last. The Stewart review will also support improved practice on future infrastructure projects, including the midlands rail hub.

[Sir Julian Smith (Skipton and Ripon) (Con)]

2. What discussions she has had with North Yorkshire council on the progress of the development of the A59 Kex Gill bypass.