Neil Hayward

October 1, 2021

On the morning of this interview, activists were burrowing beneath Euston Station to disrupt the progress of HS2, typifying what has been the narrative of every stage of this massive project. HS2 has been and will continue to be marked by continuous scrutiny and controversy and many would say that being held to account is only right, because that balance of sustainable progress and environmental impact seems so precarious.

HS2 is the ultimate test for an HR Director. The constant scrutiny and epic sale is the peak of human endeavour.

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