To agree the Council’s support for Sir David Higgins’ report, Rebalancing Britain from HS2 towards a National Transport Strategy, and the next steps in moving HS2 and HS3 proposals forward in Leeds.
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Affects more than 1 ward;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Wards affected: City and Hunslet; Garforth and Swillington; Harewood; Rothwell; Temple Newsam;
Notice of proposed decision first published: 18/11/2014
Decision due: 17 Dec 2014 by Executive Board
Lead director: Director of City Development
Department: City Development
Contact: Liz Hunter, Transport Policy Manager 0113 24 77922 Email: elizabeth.hunter@leeds.gov.uk.
Consultation process
In January 2014, HS2 Ltd., as the scheme promoter, undertook a formal consultation on the Phase 2. The outcome of this consultation is expected later in 2015. Engagement is ongoing through the HS2 Regional Programme Board.
Consultees
West Yorkshire District Local Authorities, West Yorkshire Combined Authority, Local Enterprise Partnership, HS2 Ltd., Department for Transport, Network Rail and the Chamber of Commerce.
Portfolio Holder: Executive Member for Transport and the Economy