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UK Chancellor backs third Heathrow runway, setting up potential clash with prime minister

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Chancellor John Healey has backed plans for a third runway at Heathrow, according to the report, putting him at odds with Prime Minister Andy Burnham. The support revives a major airport-capacity proposal as a point of contention within the UK government.

Discovered 2026-10-16T15:05:00.677528-07:00 | 2026-10-16T15:05:00.677528-07:00

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  • A third runway would be a major addition to Heathrow’s capacity, but the reported disagreement at the top of government underscores that the proposal faces a political hurdle.
  • The article signals a potential policy divide over a consequential UK airport infrastructure plan; it provides no timetable, project details or government decision.

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