Two HS2 consultations planned for next phase

HS2 Ltd is to launch two scope and methodology report consultations for Phase 2a.

HS2 Ltd plan to launch two consultations on its Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) scope and methodology reports for construction and operation of the Phase 2a section of the project.

A variety of views from statutory and expert bodies will be sought on the scope, methodology and overall approach of the assessments for the EIA and EQIA for Phase 2a.

The Environmental Impact Assessment will be used to examine any significant environmental effects of the planned scheme and the measures implemented to combat these. The EIA will accompany a hybrid Bill to Parliament that will authorise the construction, operation and maintenance of the Phase 2a section of HS2, planned to run between the West Midlands and Crewe.

The Equality Impact Assessment will be created at the same time to inform the development of the Phase 2a proposals and ascertain any qualities groups that could be disproportionately affected and any action required to limit any potential effects.

The consultations will run until 13 May 2016.

HS2 Ltd’s Managing Director – Development, Alison Munro said: “It is important to consult on the nature and approach of the upcoming Environmental Impact Assessment and Equality Impact Assessment so that in preparing them we capture the appropriate information to describe the effects of the scheme.

“I’d encourage organisations who can provide feedback to take part in these consultations.”

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