The Latest Breaking News from Heathrow

Chancellor says runway would mean fewer planes circling London, and points to moves towards sustainable flying

Chancellor all but confirmed backing for third runway at Heathrow despite previous opposition from Cabinet colleagues

Chancellor Rachel Reeves avoided directly answering questions on the potential expansion of Heathrow, despite growing speculation she will support a third runway. This comes amid opposition from Cabinet colleague Ed Miliband and London Mayor Sadiq Khan, who has warned the government could face legal action if plans for the runway…

Steve Reed suggested ‘mitigations’ would be considered in order to make the project work.

As chancellor Rachel Reeves’ plan to expand London airports gains traction, the party is accused of back-pedalling on its green commitments

With four similar expansions set for take-off around the south-east of England, could the proposal finally get clearance?

Rachel Reeves flies back from Davos to lead a revival of the aviation perennial. Labour hated the idea before, but growth won’t grow itself, will it, asks Guardian columnist Marina Hyde

There have been some interesting scenes at Heathrow Airport on Friday

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In today’s newsletter: ​The chancellor appears to be moving towards a final green light for the expansion of the UK’s busiest airport. But how will her plans align with her government’s plans to achieve net zero?

The UK government is set to back plans for a third runway at Heathrow, the country’s busiest airport, and to expand two other airports near London: Gatwick and Luton. The move is designed to support the government’s “mission” to grow the economy.