"The rival bid from Arora Group would have involved a shorter runway at a lower cost, and did not require altering the M25. A final decision on whether a third runway will get the green light is still years away. Last month, the government asked for further information to help choose between the Heathrow and Arora schemes. The Department for Transport said Heathrow's own proposal offered the most deliverable option, and the "greatest likelihood" of getting a decision on planning approval within this parliament."
"Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said Heathrow was the UK's only hub airport that supports trade, tourism and jobs. "Today is another important step to enable a third runway and build on these benefits, setting the direction for the remainder of our work to get the policy framework in place for airport expansion," she said. "This will allow a decision on a third runway plan this parliament which meets our key tests including on the environment and economic growth.""
Heathrow Airport's proposal for a third runway, involving moving the M25 and constructing a road tunnel, has been chosen over the Arora Group's shorter, lower-cost bid. The Department for Transport judged Heathrow's plan the most deliverable with the greatest likelihood of securing planning approval within this parliament. The selected plan will shape the Airports National Policy Statement and precede a Heathrow application for planning permission, with a government decision hoped for by 2029. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said Heathrow is the UK's only hub airport supporting trade, tourism and jobs and that the decision advances environmental and economic tests. Heathrow requested clarity on regulation and fee increases to cover planning costs.
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