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Crossrail - Bechtel makes its move for more UK taxpayers money

20-Aug-2008
Story Timeline:  108 days

The Crossrail scheme which is already proving itself to be worst public transport fiasco presided over by Britain even in its planning stages. Following a Huttonesque Royal Assent achieved by avoiding any scrutiny of Crossrail, chief executive of Crossrail, a Douglas Oakervee a man who was said to be economical with the truth when he presided over the Hong Kong fiasco is currently negotiating contracts using taxpayers money even though the funding for Crossrail is not place. We name and shame some of the characters. Let us start with Gordon Brown, led by Douglas Alexander (Brother of disgraced Wendy Alexander). Gordon Brown after one short meeting with opportunist firm head Riley Bechtel managed to ensure Brown gave Crossrail the go ahead for the election that never was. US Bechtel which has a terrible record of taking the... [read full story]                    

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Bechtel Favored for Huge London Rail Plan

businessweek.com 18-Aug-2008
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Bechtel Favored for Huge London Rail Plan

businessweek.com 18-Aug-2008
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