TSSA backs HS2 tunnelling as ‘move forward’  

TSSA – the union which represents staff employed directly by HS2 – has described the beginning of tunnelling between Old Oak Common and Euston in central London as ‘a vital move forwards’ for the high-speed rail project. 

The formal switching on of the giant tunnel boring machine took place yesterday (Tuesday 27^th) at the Old Oak Common site in the West of London.  

Commenting, TSSA General Secretary, Maryam Eslamdoust said: “Clearly the fact we are now seeing the start of tunnelling across London into Euston station is a vital move forwards for HS2. 

“HS2 will be the main driver of local, regional and national economies and the only means of mass transport able to combat climate change.  

“However, we have long made the case that HS2, far from being scaled back, should have been built all the way to Scotland. In truth we need further clarity about the timetable of delivery for what is planned at present and will be asking Ministers to provide more detail as soon as possible.”

TSSA is the recognised union for directly employed HS2 staff. TSSA is an independent trade union for the transport and travel industries.