I gently point out that I did not say that the one benefit to Wales would be the Welsh additions to the HS2 supply chain and workforce. I listed a whole number of benefits relating to service times as well. That is on the record in Hansard.
I am passionate about what HS2 will do for the UK in its entirety. It will bring great benefits. It runs through the spine and will allow better connectivity to Wales and back into England, and vice versa. It has a huge amount to add, so I believe that once it is built, the
benefits will be there for hon. Members not only to see, but to enjoy and use. It will level up all parts of England and Wales as a consequence, and it will have those benefits. I am passionate about what HS2 is delivering. I felt that there was too much negativity in the room for me not to make that point.