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Gatwick expansion: Green Party dismayed at reports of green light for Northern Runway plans

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The Green Party have reacted to reports that the Government will reportedly give the go-ahead to turn London Gatwick’s emergency runway into a second operational runway.

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Sussex Express

Gatwick expansion: Green Party dismayed at reports of green light for Northern Runway plans

The Green Party have reacted to reports that the Government will reportedly give the go-ahead to turn London Gatwick’s emergency runway into a second operational runway.

6 days ago·Lewes, United Kingdom

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greenparty.org.uk

Gatwick expansion unwanted, say Greens - Green Party

Responding to the Transport Secretary’s decision to pursue a positive decision for Gatwick Airport to bring its northern terminal into constant use, (1) Siân Berry Green MP for Brighton Pavilion said: “The Labour government is trashing its climate credentials one absurd decision at a time. Only one day after receiving critical advice from its own climate advisors on the need to lower flying demand, ministers continue to support yet more unnecess…

5 days ago

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UK Aviation News

Government set to approve Gatwick expansion

London Gatwick Airport (LGW/EGKK) could soon see up to 50,000 extra flights per year if the UK Government approves plans to upgrade its stand-by runway for dual-use operations. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is expected to formally announce the move tomorrow. Yesterday, she addressed an industry event and said she valued the UK’s airline industry’s role in the economy and said she was not a “flight-shaming eco-warrior.” Gatwick Airport has …

6 days ago

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TTG

Gatwick expansion: transport secretary signals support for second runway plan

Heidi Alexander confirms government’s backing for airport expansion, with a decision on a second runway at Gatwick due on Thursday, but reiterates growth must be balanced against environmental realities

6 days ago

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