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Reeves backs Heathrow expansion saying third runway is 'badly needed'
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the government backs a third runway for Heathrow Airport
£4.7bn Local Transport Fund 'under review', DfT says
The Department for Transport (DfT) has distanced itself from another of the previous Government's 'Network North' promises a pledge of £4.7bn for north and midlands councils.
Lower Thames Crossing is bad for economic growth
Transport Action Network (TAN) is warning the government that the Lower Thames Crossing would make a poor investment and deliver little economic growth compared to its huge cost. TAN has uncovered official DfT figures showing the claimed economic benefits have fallen by a third to ?3bn, while its costs have increased to £9bn [1]. This comes ahead of the Chancellor Rachel Reeves? speech on Wednesday (29 January).
Government to work with private sector to build Lower Thames Crossing
Rachel Reeves made the announcement during a major speech this morning
Heathrow Third Runway Must Not Undermine UK's Net Zero Goals, Transport Committee Chair Says
The Transport Committee Chair has said the government must not undermine or 'lose sight' of the UK's Net Zero commitments if it gives the green light to a third runway at Heathrow airport.
Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Government
- Government backs Heathrow expansion to kickstart economic growthLift-off for growth as government backs expansion at Britain?s busiest and only hub airport.
- Reeves: I am going further and faster to kick start the economyChancellor unveils new plans to deliver the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor that will boost the UK economy by up to £78 billion by 2035.
BBC News
- Heathrow third runway: 'Most of the village would be demolished'"Three-quarters of the village would be demolished. It wouldn't be a viable community. Pubs, the shops will go because there aren't enough customers.
- No plans for extra restrictions on new driversA road safety debate in parliament heard calls for graduated licences to improve road safety.
- 'More to do' as rail firm captures staff diversityThe Hull and Manchester displays aim to encourage more people to consider jobs in the rail sector.
- Will electric planes and sustainable fuel make Heathrow's third runway green?BBC Verify assesses whether Chancellor Rachel Reeves' three key climate claims about the runway add up.
- Boeing loses almost $1bn every month in 2024Boeing reported its second biggest annual loss ever after a tough year following a mid-air accident and worker strikes.
- What's the plan for a third runway at Heathrow Airport?The chancellor says expanding Heathrow would boost growth, but there is a lot of vocal opposition.
- Reeves backs Heathrow expansion saying third runway is 'badly needed'Chancellor Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the government backs a third runway for Heathrow Airport
ITV News
- Rachel Reeves backs third runway at Heathrow AirportThe chancellor has declared her support for the expansion of the UK's largest and busiest airport at a speech in Oxfordshire.
Financial Times
- Who will do all the work?: Heathrows third runway plan faces new obstaclesScale and cost of construction could pose bigger barriers than political opposition
- The lucrative business of airline loyalty schemesAir miles and frequent-flyer programmes drive enormous profits but risk becoming victims of their own success
The Guardian
- Heathrow third runway: a saga of promises, protest and U-turnsWith Reeves looking set to approve the contested expansion, here is a timeline of 21 years of changing policy
- Reeves plans to create Silicon Valley between Oxford and CambridgeChancellor to announce plans to improve infrastructure in region to put it at forefront of science and tech advancesRachel Reeves is unveiling plans to create Europes Silicon Valley between Oxford and Cambridge as she stakes the governments success on kickstarting economic growth and putting more pounds in peoples pockets.The chancellor will announce a blueprint to improve infrastructure across the region that will add up to £78bn to the UK economy within a decade, according to industry experts, and put it at the forefront of science and technological a...
The Independent
- Gatwick and Heathrow runway expansions: How many homes will be impacted - and who benefits?Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to back a third Heathrow runway and endorse expansion at Gatwick - but what is the cost of her pursuit of economic growth?
- Key dates in Heathrow expansion sagaIt was reported in 2001 that ministers were 'seriously considering' building a third runway at the west London airport.
The Telegraph
- Sadiq Khan launches crackdown on 'rip-off' rickshaws in London [subscription]Bid to regulate pedicabs comes after numerous reports of scams and widespread disruption
Times Online
- Rachel Reeves speech latest: Heathrow expansion wins Labour backing [subscription]Chancellor sets out several big infrastructure projects including development in Oxford and Cambridge to create a ?Silicon Valley of Europe?
- Boeing posts biggest loss since 2020 in fallout from safety crisis [subscription]The $11.8 billion loss shows the challenges facing chief executive Kelly Ortberg in turning around the aircraft manufacturer
- Keir Starmer: We'll cut the weeds of regulation and let growth bloom [subscription]Labour's policies will unlock investment, slash red tape and usher in a 'big build' era, the prime minister writes
Parliament
- The role of transport in improving access to opportunitiesThere are significant regional and demographic differences in accessing opportunities, including jobs and education. How can transport improve connectivity?
City AM
- Heathrow expansion will test whether Labour are serious about growth Keir Starmer's Damascene conversion to a third runway at Heathrow, which he previously voted against, is welcome. But if he's serious he will need to take decisive steps to curb the blockers' tactics in particular, by reforming judicial review, says Sir Simon Clarke
Mail Online
- Rachel Reeves' dash for growth is dealt a blow as new runway at Heathrow Airport would likely take at least 10 years to openThe Chancellor has put building a third Heathrow runway at the heart of her plan to boost the economy amid flatlining growth and business confidence following her disastrous budget .
Labour List
- Heathrow debate: 'Third runway Labour's trump card for trade and growth' - Parmjit DhandaLabourList is committed to being a non-factional platform for debate for voices from across and beyond Labour, and will also be publishing alternative views on airport expansion on Wednesday.
Sky News
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces backing for third Heathrow runwayA third runway for Heathrow was first discussed in the 1980s and has been given approval then had it removed a few times.
- Green groups criticise Heathrow campaigner's role in Labour policy creationGreenpeace and Friends of the Earth raise concerns after it emerges that the head of Back Heathrow has a place on Labour's national policy forum and growth commission - chaired by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Belfast Telegraph
- Wrightbus new electric trucks and buses made in China as it bids to become global transport firmCo Antrim bus giant Wrightbus has launched new EV buses and trucks to be made in China under a new brand as it aims to become a global transport leader.
Birmingham Post
- Avanti West Coast's 'lamentable' service levels locked in by Tory-set standards, Labour peer says'My postbag... is full of criticism of Avanti West Coast'
Bolton News
- Manchester Airport's Flight Academy to re-open for kids this half termManchester Airport is giving children the opportunity to learn about the job roles at the airport, how to fly a plane and more.
Bradford Telegraph & Argus
- On this day, 2020: Shapps announces Government takeover of NorthernOn January 29, 2020, transport secretary Grant Shapps announced that Northern Rail services would be brought under public control.
- £3.1m of Government funding will bring 1,000 new EV charge points to BradfordA GOVERNMENT funded scheme to bring more electric car charging points to Bradford could see over 1,000 charging points installed in areas of high density housing.
London Evening Standard
- Rachel Reeves to 'fight' for growth as Chancellor set to back Heathrow expansionChancellor expected to use major speech on Wednesday to announce Government support for third runway at Heathrow
Nation. Cymru
- New £6m bus station finally set to openA new £6m bus station is finally set to open its doors to the public this week, after sitting unused for almost 12 months.
Cambridge News
- Cambridge South station from above as project aims toThe station is scheduled to open later this year
Get Surrey
- Heathrow expansion plans must meet noise, carbon and economy tests, MPs toldThere are proposals for a third runway at Heathrow, as well as expansion at Gatwick and Luton airports
Other Regional Press
- Rachel Reeves to pledge to 'fight' for growth in economic speechThe Chancellor will claim the so-called ?Oxford-Cambridge growth corridor has the potential to be Europe's Silicon Valley
- Vital bus routes 'face axe' unless funding increasedMore buses in Bath and North East Somerset are under threat of being axed if the council does not increase its transport funding, a local public transport campaigner has warned.
- Nearly 3200 million injection boosting Derby transport for 'more reliable buses, less potholes'Transport in Derby is set to see a boost - nearly £200 million has been allocated to the East Midlands for transport covering Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
- Edinburgh locals want new bus route to 'inaccessible' athletic sitesEdinburgh Council will consider a petition calling for a new direct bus route to the Edinburgh International Climbing Arena and the Lost Shore Surf resort in Ratho. Local surfers like Jemima Hawkins say the sites are "basically impossible" to access.
- Sanders Coaches hits back at Norfolk MP's bus commentsA Norfolk MP has had a run-in with the boss of one of the county's biggest bus firms after claiming services had got worse in rural areas.
- Calls for council to take legal action over Botley Road closureOxford City Council have said that they are unable to take legal action against Network Rail over their management of the ongoing closure of Botley Road.
Bloomberg
- UK?s Reeves Sees No Trade Off Between Growth and Net Zero GoalChancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves insisted the UK doesn?t have to choose between its climate goals and pursuing growth, as she delivered a long-heralded speech on boosting the economy ? including plans to expand Heathrow airport.
Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport
- TransPennine Express launches its first ever graduate schemeTransPennine Express is offering its first-ever graduate scheme, with four jobs up for grabs across the rail company. The train operator is looking for recent university graduates to work in areas like engineering, finance, customer service and project management. Each role comes with an apprenticeship qualification.
Construction News
- Reeves to confirm multiple projects for Oxford-Cambridge corridorThe chancellor is set to announce multiple construction and infrastructure projects linking Oxford and Cambridge. Rachel Reeves will reveal plans in a speech tomorrow (29 January) to prioritise the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor in its infrastructure and building plans.
Highways Magazine
- £4.7bn Local Transport Fund 'under review', DfT saysThe Department for Transport (DfT) has distanced itself from another of the previous Government's 'Network North' promises a pledge of £4.7bn for north and midlands councils.
Rail Business Daily
- Step forward for project to improve routes around Elland and support development of new rail stationPlans to improve walking and cycling access around Elland and West Vale, including to the planned new Elland railway station, are moving forward with the appointment of the contractor to finalise the detailed designs for the project.
The Business Desk
- £200m transport fund revealed by EMCCAAlmost £200 million is set to be spent in the East Midlands for transport across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.
Transport Action Network
- Lower Thames Crossing is bad for economic growthTransport Action Network (TAN) is warning the government that the Lower Thames Crossing would make a poor investment and deliver little economic growth compared to its huge cost. TAN has uncovered official DfT figures showing the claimed economic benefits have fallen by a third to ?3bn, while its costs have increased to £9bn [1]. This comes ahead of the Chancellor Rachel Reeves? speech on Wednesday (29 January).
Transportxtra
- Driving into tomorrowWith the second Road Investment Strategy (RIS2) currently nearing the end of its target lifespan, Britain faces a juncture when it comes to its roads. RIS1, the first Road Investment Strategy, which took place from 2015-2020, saw an investment of 315.2bn of public money. RIS2 expanded on that, with a total of £24.5bn to be spent by the time of RIS's original completion in 2025.
Other News Sources
- Government to work with private sector to build Lower Thames CrossingRachel Reeves made the announcement during a major speech this morning
- RIS3: Neustark urges Government to prioritise green construction materialsAs the UK's Labour government picks up the tail-end of the ambitious £27.4 billion Road Investment Strategy (RIS2) plan, Swiss-based carbon removal provider neustark is calling for a more climate-friendly approach to road construction.
- Announcement on Lower Thames Crossing could be made later todayThe Chancellor Rachel Reeves is expected to give the green light to some big infrastructure projects
- Greater Manchester's Bee Network to Launch Annual Bus and Tram TicketTransport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) has announced that Bee Network passengers will soon benefit from a new annual ticket, allowing unlimited travel on buses and trams for as little as 2.75 GBP per day.
- Heathrow Third Runway Must Not Undermine UK's Net Zero Goals, Transport Committee Chair SaysThe Transport Committee Chair has said the government must not undermine or 'lose sight' of the UK's Net Zero commitments if it gives the green light to a third runway at Heathrow airport.
- Khan says it's not 'practically possible' for all tube stations to be made step freeDisability campaign groups urge London mayor to take 'bold action' in improving access across capital's transport network, reports Noah Vickers, Local Democracy Reporter
- Aviation employees at Sussex office set to strike for 24-hoursCivil Aviation Authority workers are preparing to strike next week
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