Making Heathrow an extraordinary airport, fit for the future.
Heathrow expansion is classed as a Nationally Significant Infrastructure Project, meaning that we need to apply for a type of planning consent called a Development Consent Order (DCO).
The Planning Act 2008 sets out the legal framework for applying for, examining and determining DCO applications. As part of this process, and before submitting our application, we are required to notify the Secretary of State and the relevant local authorities of the proposed application under section 46, and to publicise the proposed application under section 48 of the Planning Act 2008.
Copies of our Section 46 Notification and Section 48 Notice are available to view and download below.
Our proposal will mean lower fares for passengers, growth for airlines and jobs and prosperity for every corner of the UK.
The publication sets out the planning framework for Heathrow expansion and the expectations our plans will need to meet.
What Heathrow expansion could deliver
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.
Find out moreExpanding 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.
Find out moreHeathrow 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.
Find out moreExpansion 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.
Find out moreExpansion 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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