Andy Burnham refuses to back third runway at Heathrow
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has declined to commit to the Heathrow third runway project, stating that the decision should primarily rest with Londoners following a consultation process. The airport operator recently indicated that the expansion could be delayed by up to four years, pushing the potential opening date to 2039. While the project faces opposition from environmental groups and local residents, it is supported by unions and economic advocates who cite significant job creation and growth benefits.
- ▪Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated that the decision on the Heathrow third runway is principally a matter for London and Londoners.
- ▪Heathrow indicated that the new runway may not be operational before 2039, representing a potential four-year delay from the original 2035 target.
- ▪The estimated cost of the third runway project is £33bn, which would involve demolishing hundreds of homes and rerouting sections of the M25 motorway.
- ▪Unions Unite and GMB have backed the project, arguing it is essential for securing unionized jobs and providing a market for UK steel.
- ▪The expansion is expected to increase annual flight capacity from 480,000 to 720,000 and create approximately 100,000 jobs.
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Andy Burnham refuses to back third runway at HeathrowImage source, ReutersByDearbail JordanBusiness reporterPublished3 minutes agoPrime Minister Andy Burnham has refused to say whether he backs a third runway at Heathrow after it emerged that the expansion of the London airport could be delayed by up to four years.Burnham - who, as Mayor of Greater Manchester, opposed the project - told Sunday With Laura Kuenssberg: "I think principally, it's a matter for London and Londoners."He added: "I think we ought to hear the voice of people there first.
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