Policy paper

Construction: HS2 Phase 2a information papers

The construction methods, design, security and timetable for the West Midlands to Crewe route.

Documents

Details

The documents contained in Series D of our information papers describe:

  • the design development process prior to construction
  • interactions with local planning authorities and consultation with affected communities
  • controls on construction activities outlined in the Code of Construction Practice, including working hours
  • the construction timetable for Phase 2a; an overview of the main stages and a timeline
  • the use of borrow pits for construction
  • how access to property (due to temporary interference with the highway) will be maintained during construction works
  • mitigation for risks of disruption to public utilities during construction
Published 17 July 2017
Last updated 11 February 2021 + show all updates
  1. Updated Phase 2a information paper: Design, Construction compounds, Code of construction practice, Construction commissioner, Working hours, Inclusive design policy, HS2 phase 2a construction timetable, Maintenance of public utilities, Worksite security, Maintaining access to property during construction, Rail possession for phase 2a engineering work, Borrow pits and the change log.

  2. Several papers updated - see change log for details

  3. D11 and change log updated

  4. Several updates made - see change log for details

  5. Update to D4 and change log added

  6. First published.