Many in Euston are fed up with the disruption and despite the change in policy, there is still a lack of detail – even the number of platforms for the new station remains uncertain.

The local council, Camden, was initially against the project but is now pragmatic – they want to make sure there are affordable homes and jobs for local people.

Its leader, Richard Olszewski, said: “I’m pleased the bootcamp is giving an opportunity for local people to access some of the skilled construction jobs that are going to come with the project.

“In terms of the project overall, we continue to make the case for the benefits for Camden for it coming here.

“We now have a degree of certainty. We know that HS2 will come to Euston and we need to make sure people in Camden can access the jobs that will come with it. The project will also bring thousands of new homes which we need to ensure benefit people locally.”