Government analysis suggests a third Heathrow runway could boost GDP by only 0.05%, a 90% reduction from previous estimates. The project's net present value is estimated between -£23.4bn and -£62.5bn, with social and environmental impacts outweighing economic benefits.
An official report for the UK's Department for Transport warns that a third runway at Heathrow could significantly harm the health and wellbeing of up to 3 million people, impacting noise, air quality, housing, and community cohesion, despite potential job and economic benefits.
An official report indicates Heathrow's third runway could negatively impact the health of 3 million people, affecting housing, education, and air quality, despite potential job benefits. The government launched a consultation for the expansion plan.
The UK government has released its plan for a third runway at Heathrow Airport, calling it "critical to national growth." The consultation on the Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS) outlines conditions for the project, including climate compatibility and noise reduction. Chancellor Rachel Reeves aims for construction to start by 2035.
British anti-Islam activist Tommy Robinson reported being detained at Heathrow Airport and having his phone seized. This follows his extensive online commentary on recent racist and anti-immigrant riots in Northern Ireland, sparked by a stabbing incident.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was stopped and had his phones seized by British police at Heathrow Airport upon his return from Russia via Turkey. The devices were seized under the Counter-Terrorism and Border Security Act 2019.
Far-right activist Tommy Robinson, real name Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, was detained at Heathrow airport under counter-terrorism laws. His phones were seized under the Counter-Terrorism Border Security Act 2019.
Heathrow Airport train services (Heathrow Express, Elizabeth Line, Piccadilly Line) halted due to burst water main and planned engineering works, causing delays, with passengers facing long queues and lack of information.
In Großbritannien wurden erstmals im Mai Temperaturen von über 33 Grad Celsius gemessen. Am Flughafen Heathrow stieg das Thermometer auf 33,5 Grad und übertraf damit den bisherigen Rekord von 1922 und 1944.
The UK has recorded its hottest May day on record, with temperatures reaching nearly 35C. The heatwave is affecting Europe, with heat health alerts issued and concerns raised about mortality rates and the need for adaptation measures.
London Heathrow Airport recorded 33.5°C, a new May temperature record for the UK. This heatwave has led to event cancellations and water supply issues, with similar record-breaking temperatures reported across Europe.
France, the UK, and Spain are experiencing an extreme early-summer heat event with record-breaking temperatures. France has placed 31 départements on high-temperature alert, while the UK recorded its all-time May heat record. Spain anticipates temperatures reaching 40C.
Record-breaking May temperatures are scorching France and the UK amid an extreme heatwave attributed to climate change. Spain anticipates reaching 40C, with heat domes and prolonged high temperatures expected across Europe.
The UK has broken its all-time temperature record for May, with highs reaching 33.5C. The heatwave is expected to persist, with warnings of increased illness and mortality rates, particularly for vulnerable groups. Experts stress the need for heat adaptation measures and emission cuts.
England, Wales, and Northern Ireland experienced their highest temperatures of 2026 on Sunday, marking the UK's hottest May day in at least 79 years. Heatwave conditions are widespread, with experts linking the extreme heat to the climate crisis.
England, Wales, and Northern Ireland experienced their highest temperatures of 2026 on Sunday, marking the UK's hottest May day in at least 79 years. Heatwave conditions have been officially declared in several areas, with experts linking the extreme heat to the climate crisis.
The UK is set to declare a heatwave as temperatures approach May records, with highs of 33-34C predicted. The Met Office notes climate change makes such extreme heat three times more likely.
Heathrow Airport may face competition from rival firms to build its third runway and new terminal under proposals by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) to control construction costs and serve consumer interests.
UK aviation regulator proposes changes allowing rival bids for Heathrow's third runway and terminal, potentially reducing construction costs, amid ongoing debates over expansion costs and funding.
The west London airport said 6.7 million passengers travelled through Heathrow in April.
Airport reports 5% decline but transit passenger business rises as fliers use hub to avoid Middle East airportsBusiness live – news updatesThe number of passengers flying from London Heathrow fell last month, as war in the Middle East weighed on demand for international travel.About 6.7 million people flew through the airport in April, a 5% drop compared with the same period last year. Continue reading...
Jet fuel has doubled in price since the start of the war on Iran. How bad will the disruption get and could this accelerate the route to jet zero?What happens to flights if the world runs out of oil? Well, obviously they will be grounded. To be more specific, is it possible, if the war in Iran does not resolve and the strait of Hormuz remains blocked, that airlines will simply run out of aviation fuel?It’s not a question anyone has had to ask before. Air travel has hit some hurdles this century that nobody could have seen coming – Covid, of course, but also the Icelandic volcano in 2010, which closed much of European airspace for eight days, cost an estimated €3.75bn (£3.2bn) and caused untold supply chain chaos. There have been problems contained within a country or region – the Heathrow substation outage and the Iberian energy crisis, both last year, both closing airports – but since air travel began, it has never been globally impeded by a fuel shortage. Continue reading...
