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EXPANSION CONSULTATION

Have your say on Heathrow expansion

Our public consultation on proposals for Heathrow expansion is now open, and we want to hear your views.

You can share your feedback with us until 22 December 2026.

We encourage you to explore our proposals, learn what they could mean for you, and share your views. Your feedback will help us shape and refine our plans.

We're grateful for your time and look forward to hearing your feedback.

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How expansion supports the UK

See how Heathrow expansion could support jobs and connections across the UK’s nations and regions.

East Midlands

Jobs, growth and global connections

Heathrow works with a range of East Midlands businesses, from supply chain partners to SMEs, supporting jobs, investment and access to international markets.

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London

Powering Heathrow and building skills

With hundreds of supply chain partners in London, Heathrow supports a wide mix of businesses, from infrastructure and technology to apprenticeships and skills development.

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West Midlands

Building and protecting Heathrow

Heathrow works with West Midlands businesses across its supply chain, supporting infrastructure through materials, engineering and systems that keep the airport secure.

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North West

Engineering behind the scenes

Heathrow works with North West businesses across its supply chain, including those supporting transport systems and airfield operations through specialist engineering.

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Yorkshire and the Humber

British products with global reach

Heathrow partners with businesses across Yorkshire and the Humber, from food brands to industrial suppliers, supporting operations and global exports.

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Wales

From steel to global food exports

Heathrow partners with Welsh businesses across its supply chain, from materials supporting major projects to food producers exporting to international markets.

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Northern Ireland

Specialist expertise supporting Heathrow

Heathrow partners with Northern Ireland businesses, from rail technology to commercial services, supporting operations and business growth.

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Scotland

Global exports and passenger journeys

Heathrow works with Scottish businesses across its supply chain, from food producers exporting worldwide to partners supporting the passenger experience.

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South East

Powering and protecting Heathrow

Heathrow partners with hundreds of South East businesses, supporting operations across areas such as aircraft systems, infrastructure and cyber security.

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North East

Exporting innovation worldwide

Heathrow partners with North East businesses, including advanced manufacturing and engineering firms, helping them export globally and support airport operations.

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East of England

Exports and specialist skills

Heathrow works with businesses across the East of England, from specialist engineering to food production, supporting exports and long-term growth in global markets.

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South West

Smarter systems and safer design

Heathrow works with South West businesses including those developing AI tools and safety-led approaches that support efficient and safe project delivery.

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HEATHROW EXPANSION

Draft Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement published

The publication sets out the planning framework for Heathrow expansion and the expectations our plans will need to meet.

Read Heathrow’s response

The UK’s Gateway to Growth

What Heathrow expansion could deliver

  • For economic growth
    For economic growth

    Heathrow, the UK’s largest port by value, supports £200bn of annual trade. Frontier Economics estimates that expansion could increase GDP by 0.43% by 2050, create thousands of jobs and expand global market access for UK businesses.

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  • UK opportunities
    UK opportunities

    Expanding Heathrow will deliver benefits across every UK nation and region through stronger supply chains, improved connectivity, increased investment and tourism growth. Around 60% of total economic benefit is expected to be realised outside London and the South East.

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  • For local communities
    For local communities

    Heathrow is the UK’s largest single site employer, supporting 80,000 jobs and maintaining strong local partnerships. Expansion would drive further local growth, create new jobs and skills opportunities, and include an ongoing commitment to community engagement.

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  • Environmental commitments
    Environmental commitments

    Expansion is not a trade off between growth and environmental responsibility. Heathrow is committed to achieving net zero by 2050 and has a clear plan in place to reach that target.

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  • For passengers & airlines
    For passengers & airlines

    Expansion will provide passengers with greater choice, more direct routes and lower fares. Airlines will benefit from increased growth opportunities and more efficient airport operations.

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Our proposal