Ten years on from its proposal, we walk the route of the HS2 high-speed rail line to uncover the real impact on communities, landscapes, and the project's spiralling budget. Discover the stories behind the world's most expensive railway.
Why a peak-hour Manchester to London train was set to run empty, the public outcry that reversed the decision, and what it reveals about Britain's rail crisis. Read the full story.
Natural England and National Trust warn of catastrophic ecological damage as HS2 construction threatens protected habitats and wildlife corridors in Thames Valley.
Confidential London Underground data from Transport for London was mistakenly included in HS2 land and property documents, raising serious security concerns about passenger safety and infrastructure protection.
The crucial connection between HS2 and the West Coast Mainline faces a four-year delay, pushing completion to 2034 and adding £1.2bn to costs, dealing another major blow to Britain's flagship rail project.
In a landmark moment for Britain's transport infrastructure, HS2's giant tunnelling machine 'Florence' has completed its 10-mile journey beneath the Chiltern Hills, marking a critical milestone for the high-speed rail project connecting London and Birming
Exclusive investigation reveals how HS2 earthworks are devastating the lives of Chilterns residents with 24/7 noise, property damage and environmental destruction.
Exclusive: The Crown Estate sold land to government for abandoned HS2 leg, raising questions about royal finances and taxpayer value.
Richard Tice announces Reform UK would axe HS2 northern leg and Northern Powerhouse Rail, prioritising road and local rail upgrades instead, in a major policy shift affecting northern infrastructure.
Reform UK leader Richard Tice accuses PM Rishi Sunak of a 'great train robbery' after the government officially abandons the flagship Northern Powerhouse Rail project, breaking a key manifesto pledge and sparking fury in the North.
The HS2 rail project is endangering protected wildlife, including great crested newts and bats, as construction disrupts their habitats. Conservationists raise alarms over inadequate protections.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping changes to planning laws, aiming to accelerate major infrastructure projects like HS2 and boost economic growth.
A homeowner who sold his family property to HS2 for £1.2m used the payout to set up an illegal cannabis farm, leading to his arrest and a major police investigation.
A hidden cannabis farm with over 500 plants was discovered in Staffordshire during preparations for the HS2 rail project, leading to arrests and raising security concerns.
The UK's HS2 project has been plagued by delays and budget overruns. Could Switzerland's efficient rail system hold the key to fixing Britain's infrastructure woes?
Residents of Whitmore Heath are in uproar as HS2 confirms plans to demolish homes, leaving families in limbo. Is Britain's most controversial rail project worth the human cost?
The HS2 high-speed rail project encounters fresh opposition as environmentalists protest the destruction of Whitmore Heath, a vital ancient woodland in Staffordshire, raising concerns over biodiversity loss.
The newly appointed HS2 chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, is set to receive a staggering £750,000 annual pay package, raising eyebrows amid project delays and budget cuts.
Three environmental campaigners were acquitted of criminal damage after a jury found their actions during an HS2 protest were justified to prevent greater harm.
The colossal tunnelling machine 'Dorothy' has surfaced after carving out miles of tunnels for HS2, marking a major milestone in Britain's most expensive infrastructure project.
Leading UK manufacturers call for the reinstatement of HS2's northern leg to enhance rail freight capacity, arguing it's vital for economic growth and sustainability.
Frustrated passengers face skyrocketing rail fares as HS2 costs spiral, sparking outrage over Britain's broken transport system.
The UK government is reportedly planning significant reductions to the HS2 high-speed rail project, potentially scrapping sections beyond Birmingham amid rising costs and delays.