Evidence from a wide range of experts including supporters of HS2 produces a report from the Lords Economic Affairs Committee that concludes that HS2 has not been justified. Transport Commentator, Christian Wolmar interviewed by Vanessa Feltz on BBC Radio London, 25th March 2015.
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