The Government's decision to raise London City Airport's annual passenger cap from 6.5 million to 9 million highlights a prioritization of economic growth over local community concerns.
Alison FitzGerald, the CEO of London City Airport, expressed disappointment that the Saturday operating hours wouldn’t be extended, suggesting it could impede the transition to cleaner aircraft.
Despite local objections from the Labour-dominated Newham Council regarding noise and health impacts, the Government's ruling reinforces a commitment to economic expansion.
Campaign group HACAN considers the maintenance of the Saturday curfew a victory for local communities, reflecting ongoing tensions between airport expansion and community interests.
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