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Heathrow and Gatwick expansion plans more costly than airports claim

Gwyn Topham, the Guardian

11 November 2014 •

Airport commission says proposals will cost up to £3.4bn more than estimated, meaning higher fares for passengers are likely

New runways at Gatwick and Heathrow will cost more than the airports claim, meaning higher airport charges and likely higher fares for passengers, according to an analysis published by the airport commission....

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