Airports: Construction
Lords · Question HL73 · Tabled 13 May 2026 · Department for Transport · Official record
Answered 4 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Wigley
To ask His Majesty's Government whether the statement in the King's Speech made on 13 May that they will "unlock the benefits of airport expansion" refers to airports in England only or throughout the UK.
Answer
Answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill, 4 Jun 2026
Following the King’s Speech, the Civil Aviation (Consumer Protection and Regulatory Reform) Bill was introduced to the House of Lords on 14 May. The Bill has three core objectives: to promote economic growth and infrastructure development; strengthen cons...