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HS2 will destroy or damage hundreds of UK wildlife sites, says report
Survey reveals internationally protected natural habitats are among the areas at risk. HS2 will destroy or irreparably damage five internationally protected wildlife sites, 693 local wildlife sites, 108 ancient woodlands and 33 legally protected sites of special scientific interest, according to the most comprehensive survey of its impact on wildlife. Swaths of other irreplaceable natural habitat will be lost to the new high-speed line, with endangered wildlife such as willow tit, white-clawed crayfish and dingy skipper butterfly at risk of local extinction.
Congestion charge expected to be part of Cardiff council's proposals for tackling pollution
Cardiff council today publishes radical plans to address the city's air quality problems and global warming
Wednesday, 15 January 2020
BBC News
- 737 Max crisis: Boeing sees lowest orders in decadesThe 737 Max has been grounded for 10 months after two crashes that killed 346 people in total.
- Flybe: Government strikes a deal to rescue troubled airlineThe airline’s investors will put more money in while the government will review air passenger tax.
ITV News
- Heathrow says sorry to disabled passengers for their treatment at the airportThe airport has spent 23 million improving access and support but that hasn't stopped some feeling that their ability to fly is being restricted.
Financial Times
- Flybe saved after rescue deal brokered with governmentRegional airline in line for tax deferrals, potential state loan and cash injection from owners
- Boeing cedes crown as largest plane maker to AirbusOrder figures show weakness in widebody aircraft as well as fallout from 737 Max crisis
The Independent
- Flybe: Rescue deal agreed for airline'This will be welcome news for Flybe's staff, customers and creditors and we will continue the hard work to ensure a sustainable future,' said business secretary Andrea Leadsom
Reuters News
- Manchester Airport could face regulation after rapid growthBritain's Manchester Airport could be regulated to ensure it does not overcharge airlines on fees after its passenger numbers jumped by a third over a decade, giving it more market power.
Birmingham Mail
- Full Flybe and government statements after collapse rescued by dealThe Treasury announced on Tuesday evening the loss-making carrier would continue operating after the review of the tax featured in rescue talks
Birmingham Post
- Flybe collapse averted as APD review revealedFlybe, which is Europe’s largest regional carrier, confirmed it will “continue to operate as normal” following the deal with its shareholders.
Bradford Telegraph & Argus
- Leeds Bradford Airport expansion plan criticised by environmental campaignersCAMPAIGNERS claim revised plans for new road and rail infrastructure around Leeds Bradford Airport are ‘incompatible’ with climate change targets.
London Evening Standard
- Government agrees deal with Flybe shareholders to keep airline runningThe Government has announced that an agreement has been reached to keep Flybe operating.
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