Written questions

Heathrow Airport: Construction

Commons · Question 119841 · Tabled 11 Mar 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record

Answered 20 Mar 2026

Question

Asked by Sammy Wilson

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what assessment her Department has made of the potential impact of the building of the third runway at Heathrow on flights from non-London airports.

Answer

Answered by Keir Mather, 20 Mar 2026

We are currently reviewing the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) and plan to consult on a revised ANPS in July 2026. The Department also plans to publish updated aviation passenger forecasts alongside the consultation. These forecasts will take ac...