Debate Revived Over Heathrow Airport's Controversial Expansion Plans

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 28: British Airways planes at Heathrow Airport on January 28, 2025 in London, England. A controversial plan to expand Heathrow airport with a third runway is expected to receive government support, as part of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' plans to boost growth in the economic sector. The expansion plans have long been met with opposition by environmental and local groups, citing issues such as carbon emissions and noise pollution, but proponents of the additional runway say the increased capacity would create jobs and benefit the UK economy overall. (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)