Heathrow Airport: Construction
Commons · Question 337 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 22 May 2026
Question
Asked by Munira Wilson
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, if she will ensure that a third runway at Heathrow does not adversely impact (a) passenger numbers and (b) air traffic movements at regional airports to remain within carbon budgets.
Answer
Answered by Keir Mather, 22 May 2026
We are currently reviewing the Airports National Policy Statement (ANPS) and plan to consult on a revised ANPS in summer 2026. The Department plans to publish updated aviation passenger, air transport movement and carbon forecasts alongside the consultati...