Overview
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced government support for Heathrow's third runway, targeting completion by 2035, with construction to begin this Parliament.
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan opposes the plan, vowing to explore legal challenges, but Reeves asserts these efforts will not block the project.
- Reeves emphasized advancements in sustainable aviation fuel and engine efficiency to address environmental concerns tied to the expansion.
- Internal Labour divisions surfaced, with Ed Miliband notably absent from key announcements, though Reeves insists the Cabinet is united on the issue.
- Critics, including Ryanair's CEO, question the feasibility of the timeline, suggesting the project could face significant delays extending into the 2040s or beyond.