HS2 Ltd. announced a £100 million investment to construct a 1km protective barrier for bats in Buckinghamshire, sparking debate over the complexities and costs of major infrastructure projects. Sir John Thompson, HS2 chairman, highlighted the necessity for 8,276 separate consents…
The HS2 rail project is facing controversy over a £100 million shield designed to protect bats in Buckinghamshire’s ancient woods. With over 8,000 consents needed for the project, officials express frustration with the regulatory process. Protecting endangered species such as…
The HS2 project has earmarked £100 million for a specialized barrier to protect rare bats in Buckinghamshire, a requirement stemming from natural conservation laws. HS2 Ltd’s chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, emphasized the exorbitant costs associated with environmental protections, highlighting the…
The HS2 chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, revealed that a bat protection structure will cost £100 million to be built in Buckinghamshire, raising concerns over budgeting practices. This 1km barrier aims to prevent disturbances caused by high-speed trains to the protected…
HS2 chairman Sir Jon Thompson announced that a special barrier to protect rare bats will cost £100 million, sparking controversy. The 1km curved structure in Buckinghamshire aims to mitigate disturbances from high-speed trains, although Thompson noted a lack of evidence…
The HS2 project faces scrutiny as its chairman, Sir Jon Thompson, reveals that a bat protection shed in Buckinghamshire will cost £100 million. This structure, designed to shield bats from high-speed trains, is part of the project’s compliance with legal…
