Heathrow Runway Flashcards
1
Q
Positives of adding 3rd runway to Heathrow
A
Bring economic benefits of up to £60 billion for economy
Create 30,000 jobs
Allow direct flights to 40 new cities e.g. Osaka
2.6b compensation for residents
Boosts international trade
2
Q
Negatives of adding 3rd runway
A
Mayor of London said the noise and air pollution is already too much in London
Bad for climate change
Not compatible with low carbon initiatives e.g. Paris agreement
Heathrow already biggest CO2 emitter in Europe
