Britain’s government has backed a tortured effort to build a third runway at Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport, throwing its weight behind a decades-old proposal that has been beset by political, legal and environmental challenges.

Significant growth in passenger volumes has required this airport to invest billions of pounds in new development projects

It is the rich and the corporations who will take the lion’s share of the benefits from Labour’s and all airport expansions, while the poorest around the world pay the costs.

Rachel Reeves is facing fierce opposition within Labour over her plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport.

What could a third runway at Heathrow mean for tourism and the climate? Whatever the outcome, it’s still a long way away from happening.

Rachel Reeves confirmed plans for a third runway at London Heathrow Airport this morning, (Wednesday, January 29). The ambitious project has been backed by the airport itself, claiming it is the 'bold, responsible vision the UK needs to thrive in the 21st century'.

Boris Johnson vowed the liquid limits at airport security would be lifted by 2022 but three years later, and many UK airports still haven't rolled them out.

The Energy Secretary once threatened to resign over proposals for a third runway, but has been conspicuously quiet since Rachel Reeves 's announcement.

The airline will resume flights to London starting from April 5 and will gradually increase to two daily flights • The meaning: More options and competition on the popular route.

The Productivity Commission says light touch regulation saves consumers’ hip pockets. But airlines worry that they, and passengers, will foot an epic bill.

With another fatal plane crash in the headlines, many travelers may be worried about stepping onboard their next flight. Experts say that aviation is safe – though not without its problems.