HS2: the latest
The latest on plans to build a High Speed Rail link between London and the Midlands.
Latest ITV News reports
Tory MP calls public meeting to 'air concerns' over HS2
Govt HS2 compensation consultations 'unlawful'
Government consultations on compensating those affected by the proposed HS2 high-speed rail scheme were today ruled "unlawful" by the High Court, lawyers Leigh Day said.
Rural areas affected by HS2 proposals
The High Court is to rule today on legal challenges to the Government's HS2 high-speed rail scheme.
This report from January by Political Correspondent Carl Dinnen explains the route's location and why it is so controversial:
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Rail Minister Simon Burns says this is a major landmark victory for HS2
The Government hailed the court's dismissal of four of the five cases against it as a "landmark victory".
Rail Minister Simon Burns said: "We have listened to the judge's comments about the property compensation consultation and, to save time and public money, we will re-consult on this aspect - but this will not delay HS2.
We remain fully committed to fairly compensating the public who are impacted by the scheme."
Government say court's decision will not affect HS2 construction timetable
The Government hailed the court's decision on the cases it won as a "landmark victory" and said the loss on the compensation case would "not affect the HS2 construction timetable in any way".
Rail Minister Simon Burns said: "This is a major landmark victory for HS2 and the future of Britain. The judge has categorically given the green light for the Government to press ahead without delay in building a high-speed railway from London to Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds."
Setback for High-speed rail
The Government's HS2 high-speed rail scheme suffered a setback today when the High Court ruled that the consultation process for compensating those affected by the multibillion-pound project "was so unfair as to be unlawful".
The decision was a victory for the High Speed 2 Action Alliance (HS2AA), consisting of more than 70 affiliated action groups and residents' associations.
The HS2AA case on consultation was one of five separate cases brought to block the controversial scheme in its current form. It was the only case to succeed.
Government HS2 compensation consultations 'unlawful'
Government consultations on compensating those affected by the proposed HS2 high-speed rail scheme were today ruled "unlawful" by the High Court, lawyers Leigh Day said.
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Stop HS2 remain optimistic over today's review
Joe Rukin from Stop HS2 told ITV News Central that he remains optimistic about the outcome of today's review.
The High Court is expected to give its ruling on a number of legal challenges to the government's plans for HS2 later today.
Opponents of the high speed rail plans are asking a judge in London to declare the multi-billion pound project legally flawed and to reconsider the plans.
The first phase of HS2 would see a high-speed railway line running from London to Birmingham.
If successful, the legal challenge could potentially delay the scheme for years.
High Court HS2 decision expected to be announced
The High Court is expected to give its ruling on a number of legal challenges to the government's plans for HS2 later today.
Opponents of the high speed rail plans are asking a judge in London to declare the multi-billion pound project legally flawed and to reconsider the plans.
The first phase of HS2 would see a high-speed railway line running from London to Birmingham.
If successful, the legal challenge could potentially delay the scheme for years.
Home owners seek HS2 compensation, full report
Residents who say their homes could be demolished to make way for the high speed rail route say they're furious because they still haven't heard any details about a compensation package.
They live in cottages that were built for railway workers more than 140 years ago and say this isn't just about fast trains, but an entire community being wiped out.
A spokesperson for HS2 Ltd says the firm will work closely with communities and interested parties to find the right balance between delivering essential infrastructure and respecting the rights and concerns of those most affected.
Rajiv Popat reports.
Homes at risk of demolition for HS2
11 cottages in Long Eaton are at risk of being demolished to make way for the HS2 extension from Birmingham to Leeds.
The home owners are now trying to obtain compensation. They weren't aware of the plans until a television news crew knocked on their door to ask for their reaction.