By GB News (World News) | Created at 2026-09-26 14:35:37 | Updated at 2026-09-26 15:34:57
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Heathrow's third runway is to be delayed until 2039 as Rachel Reeves' £49billion plan has been blasted as "unrealistic".
Airport bosses have told ministers the current 2035 deadline is not possible, which was set by the former Chancellor.
Ms Reeves backed the third runway plans last year, arguing it would create 100,000 jobs and significantly boost the economy.
She set a 10-year deadline, with the support of Sir Keir Starmer.
However, since Andy Burnham's succession to No10, the plans appeared to waiver as he has not addressed the airport's expansion since taking office.
It is understood he told MPs he was against the investment as it could be allocated elsewhere in other regions.
Local groups strongly oppose the expansion, who argue it will produce more emissions and noise pollution.
London's mayor, Sir Sadiq Khan, also raised questions about the plans, claiming it would be putting Londoners' health at risk.
The expansion has been forecast to cost £49billion
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