In May 2026, the government announced that HS2 will take longer to build and cost more than previously planned. In our latest project update video, our CEO Mark Wild explains the reset in more detail, what it means for the programme going forward and the progress we’re making.
Watch the video on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOC6Il0Vy2I This reset gives us a credible schedule, so there is now more certainty about overall build timings and when construction near your will finish. We will continue to update you as more detail becomes available on what this means for your area specifically.
Two temporary Post Office counters are due to open in the Civic Centre in Uxbridge on Thursday 6 August from 9am, after Hillingdon Council stepped in to ensure the continuation of the vital service following the closure of the High Street branch in May.
The council has worked very closely alongside Post Office Ltd since TG Jones announced the previous branch would close, exploring potential options for a temporary location while a permanent home is sought.
Subject to smooth setup and testing, the counters will be available from next Thursday and located at the top of the stairs and ramp, near the entrance to Uxbridge Library.
They will be open to the public from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 1pm on Saturdays, and offer 95 per cent of the services available at any permanent post office.
The Post Office will look to open a permanent branch at a new location later this year.
you have probably all been already affected by at least one of these over the last week there are more planned please see map on link below https://cadentgas.com/whats-happening-near-you and check the dates on each site these do not appear on the LBH list of road works / closures May we suggest you keep an eye on this map as it will be updated as things change thanks
Concrete & Drainage installation works at West Ruislip Portal for Ickenham Stream Diversion – Extended Hours Mon 10/08 to Fri 09/10 HS2/SCS will be carrying out several activities at the West Ruislip Portal Site to facilitate the permanent Ickenham Stream Diversion over the coming months, with the installation of Sheet Piles between the Network Rail Line and the Golf Course (adjacent to The Greenway) now completed (1 month ahead of schedule). HS2/SCS now need to pour concrete to form the base slab, walls and roof slab that will surround the pipe, and install drainage. These works will take place using Extended Hours between 8am & 10pm Monday to Saturdaybetween 10/08 and 09/10. These activities are not expected to be noisy but with the Extended Hours there will be working in the evening through to 10pm. Below is a Programme showing the activities taking place relating to the Ickenham Stream Diversion:
Excavation works (completed July 2026)
Drainage and reinforced concrete works (August 2026)
Pipework installation (September 2026)
Backfilling and sheet pile removal (October 2026)
Shaft construction (November 2026)
There will be further updates as the works progress and if any of these activities require outside of Core Hour Working.
Not strictly HS2 related but HS2 building the Colne Valley Viaduct brought about closure of the previous Site at Harefield Lake No.2
Redevelopment of the site to create the Hillingdon Watersports Facility and Activity Centre including demolition of existing Broadwater Lake Sailing Club (BSC) clubhouse at the north of the lake and erection of a building including changing facilities, meeting rooms, storage, Workshop and seasonal worker accommodation (sui generis), activity shelters; installation of pontoons and slipways; boat shed; equipment storage huts; boat parking and racking areas; camping area; outdoor activity areas; ecological enhancement throughout the site; new pedestrian routes through the peninsula; landscaping including new woodland, dense vegetation screens and boundary treatment; access road; localised dredging and land reclamation; relocation of existing sailing area and creation of floating reedbeds within the lake; coach drop off and turning area; vehicle parking; cycle parking; and associated works
This is a re-consultation following submission of amended plans and documents (original submission 2023 & amended version 2025)
The Public Consultation was open for comments from 25/11/25 until 09/01/26
Update June 2026 – There has been a resolution to grant approval at the Hillingdon Planning Committee, subject to legal agreement and referral to the SoS and GLA
As you are probably aware, the hose pipe ban comes into effect today. However, if you qualify, you can be added to the priority.services register and still use your hose pipe (within reason)
A reminder that the following will come into operation this Saturday Saturday 18 July to Sunday 2 August Ickenham Road, Ruislip
Cadent Gas to temporarily close Ickenham Road, Ruislip,from the junction of High Street to the junction of Church Avenue.
2. Diversion route will be in place via High Street, Kingsend, Ickenham Road.Westbound Closure Only Nothing in the Order shall apply to prevent vehicular access to premises on or adjacent to the prohibited length of road insofar as access is reasonably practicable without interference with the said works.
3. The temporary restriction will be in operation between 08:00hrs on the 18th July 2026 to 17:00hrs, on the 2nd August 2026 and to such extent as indicated by traffic signs prescribed by the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions 2016.
Road users should assume that the closure has been put into effect only if traffic signs have been erected stating that the road has been closed and the diversion route, if necessary is in place
The works that required the Night Time Closure of Harvil Road for 2 Nights this weekend have now been cancelled by HS2/SCS as it has found an alternative method of working that allows for the road to remain open while it carries materials to the track below for Railway Possession works. There are currently no plans to reschedule these works.
Harvil Road – 2-Way Temporary Traffic Lights near Harvil Farm
Thames Water have confirmed a burst to a Sewer Mains Pipe on the stretch between Dews Lane & Uxbridge Golf Course on Wed 01/07
In order to run Tankering Operations to remove Sewage by Lorry – there are now 2-Way Temporary Traffic Lights in place on Harvil Road (in operation 24/7)
It is hoped that the Tankering Operations can be completed by Fri 10/07 (most recent update from Thames Water)
Going forward, Thames Water have had funding approved for a large project to replace the two existing rising mains causing these issues (replacing with one super new main which should resolve any future potential bursts at this location for at least 100 years)
Location: BREAKSPEAR ROAD SOUTH Reference: KL337MNDEMERGENCY-060726 Status: Works In Progress Works owner: NET, 08457 11 41 41 Street authority: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON Start date: 06/07/2026 End date: 13/07/2026 Description: Following a bridge strike, the brickwork has become unsafe for the passage of vehicles beneath the structure. The works will include the removal of loose brickwork, the installation of temporary support to the affected masonry, and the reinstatement of the structure to a safe condition
Ickenham Residents' Association 