Third runway at Heathrow Airport would drive growth, Healey says
Summary
Chancellor John Healey supports building a third runway at Heathrow Airport, saying it has helped create jobs and boost growth. However, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has not clearly said if he supports the project, leaving the decision open to London residents.Key Facts
- John Healey said airport expansion, including at Heathrow, has contributed to jobs and economic growth.
- Prime Minister Andy Burnham has not taken a clear position and suggests Londoners should decide.
- Heathrow's chief executive warns not building a third runway would be a missed opportunity.
- The third runway project has faced opposition from local residents, politicians, and climate campaigners.
- The government-backed expansion plan was announced last year, aiming to open the runway by 2035.
- The project could increase flights from 480,000 to 720,000 annually and serve more passengers.
- Building the runway would cost about £33 billion, require demolishing homes, diverting rivers, and rerouting the M25 motorway through a tunnel.
- Heathrow Airport serves over 80 million travelers each year through two runways and four terminals.
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