Independent report

Major transport projects governance and assurance review

Makes recommendations for improving the governance and assurance of major transport infrastructure projects, drawing on the experience of HS2.

• From: Department for Transport
• Published: 18 June 2025

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Major transport projects governance and assurance review

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In October 2024, the Department for Transport (DfT) announced that James Stewart would lead a review of DfT’s approach to the governance and assurance of major infrastructure project delivery, drawing primarily on evidence from High Speed Two (HS2).

The review provides insights into DfT’s approach to delivering complex infrastructure projects and programmes. It provides an important contribution to the ongoing efforts to ensure successful delivery as HS2 undergoes a critical programme reset. 

It also makes recommendations for improvements to the wider government system for delivering major projects.

See major transport projects governance and assurance review: DfT response for more information.

Published 18 June 2025