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Midland Metro extension could be at risk
Jonathan Walker B'ham Mail 18 May 10
The long-awaited extension of the Midland Metro through Birmingham city centre could be at risk after the new Government launched a ruthless review of spending, it is feared.
A review was announced by Chancellor George Osborne as it was revealed Birmingham MP Liam Byrne (Lab Hodge Hill), the former Chief Secretary to the Treasury, left a note for his successor – warning the money has run out…