According to reports from the BBC, the High Court has ruled the government has not acting unlawfully when approving the expansion of London Luton Airport.
The Airports expansion plans were challenged by Campaign group Luton and District Association of Aircraft Noise (Ladacan) as they argued the Transport Secretary, Heidi Alexander’s plans ignored key climate and environmental impacts.
Both groups said the decision to expand Gatwick Airport considered greenhouse gas emissions as a key factor but the decision for Luton has been done differently.
Despite concerns by planning inspectors advising the proposal for the Luton expansion project be rejected, Mrs Justice Lang has dismissed the argument finding the Gatwick case was not a binding precedent and involved different circumstances.
She also rejected environmental concerns, ruling that the secretary of state had lawfully assessed climate impacts.
CILT(UK) acknowledges Heathrow announcement, and calls for robust analysis
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in the UK acknowledges the renewed momentum around Heathrow’s future – but is clear that any expansion must be grounded in robust, up-to-date evidence and developed through a transparent, inclusive process.
Heathrow expansion plans move forward with 2035 target
The government has confirmed that Heathrow Airport Limited's proposal will form the basis for expanding Britain's busiest airport with a third runway, aiming for operations to begin by 2035.
Arora Group unveils enhanced Heathrow West expansion plan
The Arora Group has submitted updated proposals for its Heathrow West expansion scheme, claiming significant advantages over rival plans from Heathrow Airport Limited as the government prepares to make a final decision by the end of November.