HS3, the planned fast rail link between Manchester and Leeds, needs "kick-starting" as part of a broader plan to improve transport links in northern England, a report has concluded.
The
National Infrastructure Commission (NIC) also called for improvements
on the most congested part of the M62 motorway to be sped up.
The government is set to commit £300m for transport projects in the Budget.
It is also expected to fund the start of work on the Crossrail 2 rail line.
