Heathrow Airport
2026-05-20 · Department for Transport · 3772 · Official question
Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps her Department is taking to monitor the risk of de-hubbing at Heathrow Airport and its potential consequences for the Scottish economy and international connectivity.
Answer
In January 2025, the government confirmed its support for a third runway at Heathrow, recognising Heathrow’s critical role as one of the world’s major hub airports, and in enabling international connectivity for both passengers and freight. The government...