Labour split as Sadiq Khan threatens to take government to court over Heathrow expansion
Sadiq Khan explains why he is against Heathrow’s third runway
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan has threatened legal action against the government over its controversial plans to allow a third runway at Heathrow Airport.
- Khan opposes the expansion due to concerns about severe noise, air pollution, and its impact on meeting Britain's climate change targets, also warning of a significant knock-on effect on London's transport infrastructure.
- He stated he would be keeping 'all options on the table' in response to the proposals, indicating a potential lawsuit against the government.
- Chancellor Rachel Reeves has expressed confidence that the expansion will proceed, despite Khan's opposition, emphasising its role in boosting economic growth.
- Other senior Labour figures, including Andy Burnham and Ed Miliband, have also voiced opposition to the Heathrow expansion, while London Gatwick has received conditional approval for its own expansion plans.