but without the same return the UK plc will get from R3
Far too much conjecture in that reply, Prophead. Opinion, not fact. The finances relating to this project are far from the "no brainer" you would have us believe. There is a serious debate to be had and our politicians need to engage on that level. Funding issues have not been subjected to the necessary scrutiny.
Maybe we should tell them they need to put their money into alternative projects that have been waiting for funding for 30+ years and see how fast they run.
Nice soundbite. Ferrovial will invest only in their own business. Nobody will be dictating to them what to do with internal company funds. But on the subject of foreign investment generally, I suspect that we will see on Friday that regional projects of merit can be attractive based upon competent planning and the full support of government. Let's see how fast the Chinese run then. And ADUG [Abu Dhabi United Group] don't appear to be running away too quickly either.