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Kemi Badenoch 'certainly would' back Heathrow third runway - as Reeves hints at support


Published on 2025-01-26 11:40:37 - Sky
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  • The Conservative Party leader, whose constituency includes Stansted Airport, said she has supported the expansion of the UK's largest airport in the past, and would not change her mind on doing so.

The article from Sky News discusses the ongoing debate over the expansion of Heathrow Airport with a third runway. Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch has expressed support for the project, emphasizing its potential to boost economic growth and connectivity. Meanwhile, Labour's Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves hinted at her party's potential backing for the expansion, acknowledging the economic benefits but also stressing the need for environmental considerations. The project has been controversial due to concerns about noise, pollution, and climate change impacts. Despite previous legal challenges and political flip-flops, the discussion around Heathrow's expansion continues to evolve, with both major parties showing a nuanced approach to the issue.

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