UK politics – live: Anger as Reeves’ support for third Heathrow runway sparks climate backlash
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has prompted fury with the growth plan she unveiled, including backing for a third runway at Heathrow Airport and for new roads, as well as sweeping away environmental protections in planning.
Shaun Spiers, executive director at think tank Green Alliance, warned against “growth at any cost”, saying: “The economic case for bigger airports and new roads is highly questionable, and it’s crystal clear that pushing ahead with these will fly in the face of the UK’s climate targets.”
UK politics – live: Anger as Reeves’ support for third Heathrow runway sparks climate backlash