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The right to be heard (which used to be called 鈥榣ocus standi鈥�) is the term used to define those who have sufficient connection to the High Speed Two (HS2) Phase 2a hybrid Bill to have their petition heard before the Select Committee.

Petitioners are those whose property or interests are 鈥榮pecially and directly affected鈥� by the Bill, with challenges being made by the Secretary of State and action decided by the Select Committee. A petition can be challenged if the promoter of the Bill disagrees that there is a direct and special effect. In that event, the Select Committee decides whether there is a right to be heard. You will be notified if your petition is to be challenged.

These documents provide further information relating to right to be heard challenges in the House of Lords.