Construction of the line between London and West Midlands is anticipated to start in 2016, with the line operational from 2026.

During 2012 a comprehensive land referencing exercise to identify and confirm all property interests affected by the route will begin. The Government is determined to do everything possible to make the next phase of HS2 as pain free as possible, and those people who may be affected by the route will soon be receiving letters to alert them to the situation.

• Review of property issues
• Do you think you are affected by the HS2 route?
• High Speed Two: Exceptional hardship scheme consultation, 11 March 2011