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Heathrow charges must be capped, says British Airways’ parent
BA-parent IAG has warned that Heathrow charges must be capped at today’s level following the government’s decision to approve a third runway for the UK’s biggest airport.
IAG chief executive Willie Walsh aid the cost of the project ‘will make or break it’.
"The Government’s directive to cap customer charges at today’s level is fundamental," he said.
"Heathrow is the world’s most expensive hub airport so it’s critical that new capacity is affordable. The airport has consistently argued that the British economy will benefit if the third runway is approved. Heathrow want it, argued for it and now must ensure it’s the UK and the travelling public who get the benefits from the runway not the airport’s owners."
The third runway, which will be subject to a year-long public consultation before being put to MPs for a final vote, will be funded by airlines and passengers, not the public purse.
Walsh added: "We will be vigilant in ensuring that Heathrow does not raise charges to benefit its shareholders to the detriment of the travelling public.
"We believe it’s sensible that this is properly debated and we look forward to being consulted about our views".
Linsey McNeill
Editor Linsey McNeill has been writing about travel for more than three decades. Bylines include The Times, Telegraph, Observer, Guardian and Which? plus the South China Morning Post. She also shares insider tips on thetraveljournalist.co.uk
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