Airport expansion decision delayed again
Heathrow has re-emerged as the clear frontrunner for airport expansion but the decision looks likely to be delayed for one more week.
The Government had been expected to make an announcement today, with sources telling the BBC that a new runway at Heathrow is the clear favourite.
But it is believed Theresa May wants a bit more time to mull over the decision with her Cabinet before making it official.
The decision has already been delayed several times, causing much frustration to the travel industry.
It’s been 18 months since the Airports Commission recommended a third runway at Heathrow.
A meeting has reportedly been set for Tuesday October 25 and a decision is due the same day.
But even when the decision is made, the plans are expected to be met with legal challenges and protests from environmental groups.

Bev
Editor in chief Bev Fearis has been a travel journalist for 25 years. She started her career at Travel Weekly, where she became deputy news editor, before joining Business Traveller as deputy editor and launching the magazine’s website. She has also written travel features, news and expert comment for the Guardian, Observer, Times, Telegraph, Boundless and other consumer titles and was named one of the top 50 UK travel journalists by the Press Gazette.
EU entry-exit system delayed again
Jet2 unveils Samos as new Greek destination for summer 2026
ATC strike in Greece could disrupt flights this week
Carnival Cruise Line hosts Prague getaway for Fun Ambassadors
US tourism hit with UK, Germany travel warnings