Any plans to expand Heathrow would look at ‘mitigations’ – Cabinet minister

Any plans to expand Heathrow would face a ‘proper consultation,’ Steve Reed has said (Jonathan Brady/PA) - (PA Wire)

Any plans to expand Heathrow Airport would be subject to “proper consultation,” the Environment Secretary has said, signalling the Government’s intention to back proposals for a third runway.

Steve Reed suggested “mitigations” could be considered in order to make the project work as he was questioned about how to balance Labour’s search for economic growth with environmental concerns.