Rachel Reeves expected to welcome Heathrow expansion plans

Published On Jan 28, 2025, 5:57 PM

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to announce support for Heathrow Airport's expansion, including a proposed third runway, as part of broader economic growth plans. This move is designed to boost the UK's competitiveness against rival European airports. However, it faces opposition from environmental campaigners and some within the Labour Party. The announcement will not include public funding for the runway and highlights potential challenges related to transport infrastructure and costs for airlines. Reeves plans to tie this expansion into a larger vision for economic development in the UK, especially between Oxford and Cambridge.