HS2: Get on with it – Because we’re worth it
05/09/2019
Downtown’s message to the government is ‘Get on with it – because we’re worth it!’
Question marks over HS2
22/08/2019
Should HS2 be scrapped and the money spent on Northern Powerhouse Rail? Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham wants both, but Jim Hancock asks if that is realistic.
HS2 Decision “wrongheaded” says Downtown boss
22/08/2019
Any decision to scrap HS2 will be a huge blow to the ambitions of the Midlands Engine and the Northern Powerhouse, says DIB boss.
Questions over HS2 and Fracking
14/02/2019
This week Jim asks whether two major investment projects have a future, HS2 and fracking for gas in Lancashire. He also casts doubt on nuclear power investment as the government seems to be relying on ever cheaper renewable resources