The publication of the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement is a significant milestone toward unlocking new capacity at the UK’s hub airport – new capacity that will create jobs and apprenticeships, boost trade and grow investment across every corner of the UK.
Commenting on the publication, Heathrow CEO Thomas Woldbye said:
“The publication of the draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement represents something Britain has often found difficult in recent years: progress. We strongly welcome that the Government has taken this next critical step. The UK cannot realise its full economic potential without an expanded Heathrow, and this is an important step towards delivering the capacity the country needs.
“Our plan is privately funded by some of the largest investors in the world, widely supported by businesses, trade unions and communities across the country and it’s ready to go after years of scrutiny. We will now focus on securing planning permission and delivering this vital project.” (....)