Britain's high-speed rail fiasco reflects grim economic reality
In 1825, the world's first passenger train went into service in northern England. It heralded the start of a railway age that transformed the country's economy by slashing journey times, boosting trade routes and connecting major cities.
2023-10-05 19:48
Britain makes drastic cuts to giant HS2 rail project. Business warns of blow to credibility
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has taken the axe to Britain's biggest current infrastructure project, ignoring warnings from business leaders that a U-turn would damage investor confidence in the country.
2023-10-04 22:26