HS2 News and Information

01 Oct 2026

Download new photos and drone footage showing the completed Westbury viaduct - the longest HS2 viaduct in the Brackley area.
The 320m structure uses an innovative ‘double composite’ structure which allows a more efficient use of concrete and steel than a traditional approach, helping to cut carbon in construction.

29 Sep 2026

Passengers using Elizabeth line services at Old Oak Common will benefit from a fully step free journey from street level to train
This will support independent travel by removing the need for boarding ramps or staff assistance for many passengers
Collaboration between HS2, Network Rail, Transport for London and the Department for Transport has enabled agreement on a more accessible design
View and embed video of Old Oak Common construction of platforms and CGI

21 Sep 2026

Download new images showing this weekend’s progress at the Water Orton viaducts and nearby ‘twin box’ structure, which both span the M42 near Birmingham
Download drone and timelapse footage showing progress on both structures.

18 Sep 2026

Download new images showing the ironstone cladding being installed on the new Oxford Canal viaduct and images of what it will look like once complete.
Download footage showing progress on the unique viaduct, which crosses the canal near Wormleighton in Warwickshire

01 Sep 2026

Images - The first section of the new Saltley Viaduct has been safely installed over the Birmingham to Derby railway lines
Video – B-roll - Timelapse footage shows the weekend-long operation

27 Aug 2026

12 new apprenticeship jobs, including roles supporting the construction of Curzon Street Station
Opportunities ring-fenced to unemployed West Midlands residents
Visit your local Jobcentre Plus to find out more

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