The village divided by Heathrow Airport expansion
Briefly

The article discusses the impending changes to the village of Harmondsworth due to plans for a third runway at Heathrow Airport. While some residents, like Harjit Cholia, welcome the development for its economic potential, others express deep concerns about losing their homes and the village's historic legacy. Local sentiments vary, with some prioritizing progress while grappling with the emotional costs of those changes. The discourse reflects a broader tension between economic development and preservation of community identity and heritage.
Student Fletcher Rodger said: 'Equally, I don't want to have to see my birthplace and everything go to shambles. The history here is insane.'
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