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They will not allow bimetallic aka galvanic couples on this project. One assumes they have learned from the mistakes. A lot more free flow of air in this location too. So will not have the same issues.
The biggest improvement would be:
to stop striving for profitability - certainly try and minimize subsidy. Treat the railways as a service for your citizens and improve quality of life with fewer vehicles on the road.
Have a "guiding mind" and less DfT, RDG, HMT interference
Have a long term...
Very frustrating - probably wont happen in my lifetime now.
In this scheme that is not a huge disappointment to be honest.
Good - great news more freight by rail.
Bad -yet another change to scope which causes cost rises and delays.
Mainly good I suppose -but again, changes to scope cost time...