MORE than 2,000 apprentices could be employed as a result of the plans for a new high speed rail line.
Nottinghamshire is at the centre of the second phase of the Government's plans for a new high-speed rail link, with a new station proposed at Toton.
And transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin has called on cities like Nottingham to ensure maximum economic benefits - including job creation and skills development - are generated by HS2.
The apprentices could be employed in construction related jobs on HS2
Patrick McLoughlin said: "HS2 provides a once in a generation opportunity to drive growth, generate jobs, develop skills and secure our country's future prosperity. We need to squeeze every possible benefit from this vital project, leaving no stone unturned."
The Phase Two consultation beings today and will run for six months. It will be accompanied by a series of public information events from mid-October 2013 to early January 2014 where people will be able to review local information and speak directly with HS2 Ltd staff about the proposals. Responses to the consultation will play a part in informing the decision on a final route, station and depot options by the end of 2014.
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