HS2 written questions (September 2016)
1) What representations have you made about HS2, after your meeting with local Euston residents and businesses?
Answer
The Mayor
Following my visit to Euston I wrote to the Secretary of State for Transport to express my concerns and seek further re-assurance about the following issues:
· The need for a better Euston Station design;
· The need to go further in reducing the construction impacts of HS2 in and around Euston;
· The need for better air quality monitoring.
I have yet to receive a response from the Secretary of State.
2) What are your views about the proposals for mitigation and compensation for those affected by HS2 in Euston?
Answer
The Mayor
HS2 Ltd needs to do more to mitigate the impacts of construction and they need to offer fairer compensation to those who will still be affected by HS2 in Euston.
3) What are your views about the possibilities of using Old Oak Common as a temporary or partial terminus for HS2?
Answer
The Mayor
To manage pressure on the network, London needs an HS2 station at both Old Oak Common and Euston.
I have been clear that I would like to understand whether HS2 could terminate at Old Oak on a temporary basis to minimise disruption and allow for a better overall solution for Euston station. This is something that I am discussing with Transport for London.
