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What is Rachel Reeves 'green fuel' 'plan for Heathrow and will it work?
Labour has set targets for the take up of new sustainable fuel
Rachel Reeves' Heathrow runway report was commissioned by the airport
Rachel Reeves has received criticism following an announcement on Saturday that the report cited in her speech concerning the growth of Heathrow Airport, was commissioned by the airport itself
Tuesday, 04 February 2025
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- Transport levy to rise for councils in new budgetThe rise is to address inflation, loss of funding and decisions not to increase it previously.
- Snake Pass: Could famous road close to cars?It is known as one of the most scenic and famous driving roads, but could Snake Pass close to cars?
Financial Times
- Global car industry faces anxious wait on US tariffsIndustry braces for tit-for-tat trade war that could spark wave of bankruptcies among parts makers
The Guardian
- "Organic duckweed" danger at Heathrow [Letter]Anyone who has worked in the rail industry will be familiar with the term "organic duckweed". Roger Ford of Modern Railways magazine coined it to characterise Whitehall opposition to rail electrification.
The Independent
- Shell boss says Reeves is wrong to count on green fuel offsetting Heathrow expansion who is right?An energy chief has rebuked the chancellor for claiming sustainable fuel will balance the impact of expanded airport runways
- Sorry, Rachel Reeves: This is the inconvenient truth about 'green airports' and 'sustainable aviation'As the government finally gives Heathrow's airport expansion the green light, flight-free former travel editor Helen Coffey talks to the experts to bust the myths that technology and sustainable aviation fuel can really lead to environmentally friendly flights in the midst of a climate crisis
- What is Rachel Reeves 'green fuel' 'plan for Heathrow and will it work?Labour has set targets for the take up of new sustainable fuel
The Scotsman
- Why third runway at Heathrow Airport will be great for ScotlandExpanding Heathrow Airport's capacity will be a huge boost to the economy, while climate commitments will be met through innovative solutions like sustainable aviation fuels, cleaner engines, and carbon offsetting
Times Online
- Business leaders call for timetable on A96 dualling works [subscription]Need-to-know Scottish business stories: Distillery for Bon Accord site, Arnold Clark boss quits, Miller Homes completes takeover, deal for Clyde Hydrogen tests
- Over 60s more likely to fly than Gen-Z travellers [subscription]Almost half of Gen-Z adults are concerned about their holidays impact on the environment, leading to the rise in 'no-fly' travel companies
- Heathrow critic Ed Miliband fought to reopen his local airport. [subscription]The energy secretary has backed a campaign to bring flights back to Doncaster Sheffield airport despite objecting to expansion at Heathrow
City AM
- Wizz Air: Why airline faces lengthy spell of turbulence Wizz Air is facing some turbulence. Despite enjoying its busiest ever year of passenger traffic in 2024, the Hungarian budget carrier can't seem to turnaround an ailing share price. The stock is down more than 40 per cent over the last 12 months and fell a further three per cent on Monday
i News
- Network Rail sums up everything that is wrong with customer serviceFor those of you who started the week standing on a train platform on your way to work yes, there are still many millions of Britons who do this I could guarantee that among the frustrations, aggravations and privations you might have endured, being called a passenger by the station announcer was not one of them.
The Mirror
- Rachel Reeves' Heathrow runway report was commissioned by the airportRachel Reeves has received criticism following an announcement on Saturday that the report cited in her speech concerning the growth of Heathrow Airport, was commissioned by the airport itself
Bristol Live
- Fury as Temple Meads footpath plan is set to cost £10 millionThe Harbour Walkway will connect the new University of Bristol campus with the ferry stop behind Temple Meads, but is years behind schedule and well over budget
London Evening Standard
- Rachel Reeves not 'petty' enough to punish TfL because I've spoken out over Heathrow, hopes Sadiq KhanMayor of London being lined up to lead cross-party 'rainbow coalition' of councils fighting third runway
- Heathrow third runway would 'spike global warming emissions by 30% from airport even with eco-fuel for planes'Top academic casts doubts on likely impact of sustainable aviation fuel the Government is claiming
Wolverhampton Express and Star
- West Midlands councils to face a £3.6m rise for transport costs - here's whyA hike in the amount councils pay into a crucial West Midlands transport fund for free or discount travel passes is set to be agreed this week.
Doncaster Free Press
- MP backing Doncaster airport under fire for Heathrow expansion snubDoncaster MP and Net Zero secretary Ed Miliband is facing 'tricky questions' after backing plans to re-open Doncaster Sheffield Airport, while campaigning against Heathrow's expansion.
Other Regional Press
- Auditors warning over Highland Council in-house bus service as officials miss deadline to show it will deliver the intended performance and outcomesHighland Council does not have a business and financial strategy to support its in-house bus service - even as it is set to splash millions to buy D&E Coaches.
- Canterbury mum slams Kent County Council for the 'unfair' bus pass system leaving parents out of pocketA frustrated mum has criticised Kent County Council for forcing parents to pay bus fares while waiting for replacement travel passes, arguing the system is unfair and outdated.
- Minister for local transport Simon Lightwood visits IpswichThe MP for Ipswich welcomed the local transport minister to the town last month.
- Map shows new Nuneaton 'relief road' near to giant development on Arbury estateIt would see around 1, 525 new homes built
New Civil Engineer
- HS2 project team reveals challenges of 4-day continuous viaduct slide over road and railwayThe High Speed 2 (HS2) project team behind the construction of the Small Dean viaduct have revealed the challenges behind sliding the 4,500t, 345m long structure over a road and a railway in one continuous stage over four days.
Aviation Industry
- AEF pushes for reform of private jet taxationAEF recently responded to an HM Treasury consultation on reform of Air Passenger Duty (APD) for private jets. Currently, the higher rate of APD only applies to jets of 20 tonnes or more that are equipped to seat fewer than 19 passengers.
Other News Sources
- Rail Deal: £1.5bn Plan to Transform UK Rail Travel UnveiledA groundbreaking Rail Deal worth £1.5bn aims to transform South Wales and western England's rail network. The project promises a new Severn rail crossing, faster journeys, and up to 30 new stations. This was reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.
- Airport expansion would 'wipe out' clean power benefitsExpanding three major airports in the South East will 'wipe out' any benefits from government policies to encourage clean power and will not deliver higher living standards, a leading think tank warns.
- Exeter Airport selected for next stage of Hydrogen ChallengeThe UK Civil Aviation Authority has confirmed that Exeter Airport has been chosen to take part in the second round of its Hydrogen Challenge.
- No net zero unless we sort transportMind the gap - transport emissions way off track for 2050 goals
News from Europe
- Frankfurt Airport introduces walk-through scannersFrankfurt has become what it says is the world's first airport to regularly employ walkthrough scanners for passenger security checks
- Hayden AI identifies bus stop infringements in PortugalPilot in Braga reveals large number of parking violations
- EU maritime transport: progress made, but environmental, sustainability challenges persistEurope's maritime sector is making progress towards greater sustainability but will need to increase its efforts over the coming years to meet EU climate and environment goals aimed at reducing energy use, pollution, and greenhouse gas emissions as well as better protecting biodiversity. That is according to the second edition of the European Maritime Transport Environmental Report, released today by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) and the European Environment Agency (EEA).
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