heathrow ‘can help growth take off’
THE boss of Heathrow claims the result of the EU referendum has strengthened the case for expansion at the airport.
A survey of MPs, which was commissioned by the west London hub, found two-thirds believe the project would strengthen Britain’s economy.
MPs also ranked Heathrow expansion as the most important infrastructure project for spreading growth across the country, according to the airport. Some 150 MPs took part in the study between April 13 and June 14.
Heathrow chief executive John Holland-Kaye said: “At an uncertain time for the British economy, MPs recognise that Heathrow is a private sector infrastructure project that will spread growth across Britain from the moment that we get a green light.
“Now more than ever, people across Britain are counting on the Government to take bold decisions that show we are a confident outward-looking trading nation.
“MPs are clear that expanding Heathrow will help secure Britain’s long-term economic future.
“Heathrow is the right choice for a stronger Britain.”