Lord Foulkes of Cumnock
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(7 years, 1 month ago)
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Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
I am sure that the noble Lord raises that question as he is aware of other bidders. Again, I am sure he will respect the confidentiality of the allocation and award of the DP contract, which has still to be made. As I said, I will take back the questions of the noble Lord, Lord Rosser, and ensure that other noble Lords who are interested are accorded a reply.
Lord Foulkes of Cumnock (Lab)
My Lords, is it right that the business case for HS2 was based on it being extended to Scotland? When is that going to happen?
Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon
As the noble Lord is aware, Scotland will benefit. Indeed, the first phase and phases 2a and 2b will be of net benefit, so I can assure him that when he travels from London to Scotland he will arrive in good time; indeed, quickly.