Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a fierce backlash from environmental groups and local campaigners over her approval of a second runway at Gatwick Airport, a move she claims is vital for economic growth but critics condemn as a catastrophic climate failure.
In a landmark decision, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has approved a £2.2 billion second runway project at London Gatwick Airport, promising to create thousands of jobs and significantly boost UK economic growth and regional connectivity.
Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.
In a landmark decision for UK aviation, the government greenlights the conversion of Gatwick's emergency runway, promising more flights, jobs, and economic growth despite fierce environmental opposition.
Exclusive: Government faces backlash over secretive Boeing deal to fast-track Gatwick's second runway, bypassing local concerns and climate pledges. MPs warn of 'catastrophic' environmental and noise impacts for West Sussex communities.
Homeowners near Gatwick Airport are in uproar as government plans for a new runway reveal a compensation scheme capped at just £100,000, leaving many facing massive financial losses on their properties.
Gatwick Airport has received the green light for a second runway, unlocking billions in economic growth and transforming it into a two-runway airport for the first time. The decision promises new jobs and increased flight capacity.
Gatwick Airport secures landmark approval for its £2.2 billion second runway project, promising increased capacity, economic growth, and enhanced connectivity while addressing environmental concerns through stringent conditions.
London Gatwick Airport is advancing plans for a second runway, leveraging a major government policy change. This expansion could significantly boost capacity and reshape UK aviation, creating jobs and economic growth while facing environmental scrutiny.
Passengers at London Gatwick face major disruption as dozens of flights, including key routes to Barcelona, are cancelled due to a severe air traffic control shortage. Get the latest travel advice and passenger rights information.
A major UK air traffic control system failure has caused widespread flight cancellations and severe delays, stranding thousands of passengers and creating holiday travel chaos across British airports.
A British mother's dream holiday turned into a nightmare after a catastrophic airport blunder left her five-year-old son stranded at home alone. The shocking incident raises serious questions about airline and airport security protocols.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK's leading airlines are plagued by severe delays, with performance nosediving below pre-Covid levels. Discover which carriers are worst affected and the reasons behind the travel turmoil.
Spanish airline Vueling is significantly boosting its UK flight schedule for Winter 2025, adding new routes and increasing frequency to the popular Canary Islands from London Gatwick, challenging rivals like Ryanair.
Gatwick Airport is set for major disruption this autumn as over 100 workers announce eight days of strikes in a dispute over pay and working conditions, threatening travel plans for thousands of passengers.
Exclusive data analysis uncovers the UK's worst train operators for delays, with some services arriving late nearly 50% of the time. Discover which routes are most affected and how it impacts commuters.
Major travel disruption hit London commuters as a points failure crippled the Docklands Light Railway and a separate signal problem caused severe delays on South Western Railway services.
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk announces major £90 million expansion at its Gatwick facility to meet soaring global demand for its blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs, Ozempic and Wegovy, creating new high-skilled jobs.
Major UK airports including Heathrow, Gatwick, and Manchester are bracing for a summer of travel chaos due to new EU-style border rules. Learn which airports are affected and how it will impact your holiday plans.
A 71-year-old British man has been convicted after a brazen attempt to smuggle three live snakes and three chameleons through Gatwick Airport, concealed in his trousers. The shocking discovery was made during a routine security check.
Commuters face travel chaos as RMT union members stage a 24-hour London Underground strike, shutting key stations and crippling access to major airports. Full details on affected lines and alternative travel advice.
Exclusive report reveals Manchester Airport is the UK's worst for endless queues and travel disruption. Furious passengers face hours-long delays, missed flights, and mounting frustration as the travel hub descends into chaos.
Travel chaos looms as London Underground strikes are announced. A leading travel expert reveals which London airport offers the smoothest journey into the city centre when the tubes grind to a halt.
The definitive passenger satisfaction rankings for UK airports are in. Discover which hubs soared and which faced turbulence in the latest Which? survey, impacting millions of travellers.
Exclusive: A 15-year-old boy with cerebral palsy was left stranded and distressed after his wheelchair was mishandled by EasyJet at London Gatwick, sparking outrage and calls for better airline disability protocols.
A Jet2 flight from Glasgow to Antalya was forced to make an emergency U-turn and land at London Gatwick following a major onboard disturbance, requiring a police escort.
A travel writer's nightmare stay at the infamous Ibis Budget at London Gatwick Airport, detailing the grim reality behind its one-star reviews and 'world's worst' title.
British travellers are being warned of severe delays and 'nightmare' queues at EU borders this autumn due to the launch of a new biometric Entry/Exit System. Experts predict waits of up to 14 hours, threatening summer getaways and vital ferry services.
Immigration Minister Mike Tomlinson has demanded the immediate removal of controversial 'balloon craft' workshop advertisements from a Kent immigration centre, branding them 'wholly inappropriate' for vulnerable asylum seekers.
Major disruption on the M20 in Kent following a serious collision. Live updates on long delays, lane closures, and heavy congestion affecting holiday and freight traffic.