The approved plans will increase London City Airport's annual capacity from 6.5 million to 9 million passengers by 2031, following resistance from local authorities.
Angela Rayner and Louise Haigh announced the increase in capacity, despite initial opposition from City Hall and Newham Council regarding environmental concerns.
Critics like Greenpeace argue that this expansion primarily benefits wealthy fliers and raises significant environmental concerns for local communities, calling it a misstep.
While the capacity will grow, the number of flights allowed will remain unchanged at 111,000 each year, showing a tighter control over scheduling.
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