But green groups argue controversial airport expansion plan risks obliterating UK climate goals while doing little to boost economic growth
Government argues it is 'anti aviation emissions, not flying' but environmental groups warn move risks driving up emissions, air pollution, and noise
EXCLUSIVE: Fresh polling carried out in wake of Spring Statement last week lifts the lid on UK public's views on net zero, clean technologies, and environmental policies
Inquiry aims to explore measures government should adopt to keep airport expansion plans are in line with net zero targets
The economic case for expanding airport capacity in the UK is wafer-thin, and doing so would undermine the chances of meeting legally-binding climate targets, argues Roger Harrabin
Analysts from New Economics Foundation warn against airport expansion, citing increased climate risks and little evidence of financial benefits for the UK