Conservatives back Heathrow third runway as Burnham stays open to expansion

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 4 Oct, 22:30 · Archive

The Conservative Party has committed to building a third runway at Heathrow, while Prime Minister Andy Burnham is keeping an open mind.

The Conservative Party has committed to the expansion of Heathrow, pledging to do 'whatever it takes' to build a third runway at the nation's busiest airport. Prime Minister Andy Burnham is said to be keeping an 'open mind' regarding the project, according to reports.

Heathrow bosses are aiming to secure planning approval for the expansion by 2029.

Conservatives back Heathrow third runway as Burnham stays open to expansion — Image: The Independent

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Conservatives vow to do ‘whatever it takes’ to build Heathrow third runwayThe Independent · 4 Oct, 22:08
Conservatives back Heathrow expansion as Burnham keeps ‘open mind’Evening Standard · 4 Oct, 22:06

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