Meanwhile, Heathrow bosses see the expansion as critical for economic growth, Metro understands. While Heathrow Airport declined to comment on the Chancellor’s rumoured approval

So called “blockers” to major transport projects will be cleared in a move that looks set to curb challenges to airport expansions across the region, the Government has announced.

The boss of Heathrow Airport, Thomas Woldbye, said in December that his company needs a "clear steer" from the new government by the end of 2025 over plans to expand the airport and build a third runway.

Jan 22 (EFE) – The UK’s Labour Government is assessing the expansion of Heathrow, Gatwick, and Luton airports, which serve London, according to Bloomberg. These plans are part of the government’s economic strategy.

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Heathrow Airport could soon expand if government gives the green light to controversial plans to build a third runway. The UK’s busiest airport in Hillingdon, west London, is rumoured to get permission to build its third runway.