Three new non-executive directors have been appoint to the board of HS2.

Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin appointed Christine Emmett, Neil Masom and Baroness Jo Valentine.

Neil Masom said: "I am extremely pleased to have been invited by the Secretary of State to join HS2’s board. It is an extremely exciting project that has huge potential to act as a catalyst to boost British industry and create new economic opportunities. Coming from north west England I think High Speed Two’s arrival is a fantastic opportunity for the region."

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Christine Emmett said: "Having worked at British Rail and been involved with the Channel Tunnel project much of my working life has been rail-focused, so naturally I am greatly looking forward to joining HS2. It is a fantastic project that carries Britain's railways into the 21st century with confidence and optimism."

Baroness Jo Valentine said: "HS2 is a hugely important and exciting project that holds out the prospect of recasting the economic geography of Britain. I am delighted to take up this new position on HS2 Ltd's Board as we work towards securing its full potential for the country."

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