Rachel Reeves signaled her support for a third runway at Heathrow Airport, suggesting it would require backing from the full Cabinet. She highlighted advancements in sustainable aviation as a reason the expansion aligns with economic growth ambitions. Despite past opposition from senior Labour figures, she asserted that current developments in electric aviation could enhance efficiency. Ms. Reeves stated that the government has made progress in housing and tech infrastructure, suggesting a proactive approach to investment and trade that also considers the accessibility of affordable travel for families.
There's huge investment going on in electric planes, and also a third runway will mean that instead of circling London, flights can land at Heathrow.
We are getting on and delivering, that will be good for investment and trade in our country and also good for families wanting to go on cheaper holidays.
We'll make announcements about policies when we're ready to do so, with full collective ministerial responsibility.
Already this Government has signed off housing developments, a data centre infrastructure to support the AI and tech industry, we've supported onshore wind developments.
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