HS2 has been elevated to the status of a ‘moral issue’ by Lord Adonis, and the Rail Freight Group has insisted that the high speed line is also necessary for transporting freight.

Lord Adonis suggested that operators must provide the best quality service for their passengers, and this should not be compromised. Will HS2 deliver this goal?

Support has been building for the project, and although it still faces significant opposition from conservationists and campaigners mistrustful of the business case, HS2 could benefit both passengers and goods.

Considering the wider impact of HS2, and the consequences of relying on any alternatives, this may be seen as the only viable option to benefit both travel and transport.