00:00Transport now and plans for the HS2 high-speed railway could see trains running slower than
00:06first intended, as the government looks to cut costs. Ministers have asked the company
00:11building the London to Birmingham line to consider lowering operating speeds. The project has faced
00:18delays and rising costs, with its total expected to exceed £100 billion in today's prices.
00:24Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander says every option is being explored to reduce spending
00:30and speed up delivery. Officials say testing trains at full speed could add years and billions.
00:36The Conservatives have been approached for comment. HS2 says work continues, but a revised
00:42timetable is expected.
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