Former Siemens UK boss to lead Labour review into major rail project delivery

Business | Business News Former Siemens UK boss Juergen Maier has been appointed by Labour to lead a review into how the delivery of major rail projects can be improved. The panel of transport experts will recommend to the party how infrastructure schemes can be completed “better, faster and more cost effectively”, Labour said. This could include how to change the planning system, boost supply chains and attract more private investment. Labour said the review was necessary because many projects had suffered severe difficulties and delays, such as HS2 and the electrification of the Midland Mainline. Shadow transport secretary Louise…