UK backs third Heathrow runway in growth takeoff bid

London (AFP) Jan 29, 2025

Britain's Labour government on Wednesday backed building a third runway at London's busy Heathrow airport, with finance minister Rachel Reeves saying it would help grow the economy while respecting climate goals. "I can confirm today that this government supports a third runway at Heathrow and is inviting proposals to be brought forward by the summer," Reeves said in a speech, adding a new a