Heathrow third runway plan offers more bang for your buck, says Sir Howard Davies – video
by Guardian Staff from on (#CZQ7)
Sir Howard Davies from the Airports Commission says Heathrow is a better option for expansion over Gatwick due to the economic benefits. He says Heathrow's plan was the strongest case for future airport capacity, delivering the greatest strategic and economic benefits. The 17bn expansion plan would mean 250,000 more flights a year, providing a 150bn boost to GDP over 60 years and 70,000 new jobs - but would mean demolishing 783 homes Continue reading...








