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Gatwick still beats Heathrow hands-down if we must have another runway | Nils Pratley
Pollution aside, the problem with expanding Heathrow lies in the disruption and delay inevitable in such a complex projectGet ready for another season of that interminable saga, Heathrow’s third runway. There was a lull during the Covid pandemic when the airport’s owners, despite winning permiss...
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Heathrow third runway plan labelled ‘desperate’ amid Labour divisions
Rachel Reeves hopes expansion will increase economic growth but Ed Miliband and Sadiq Khan oppose it Business live – latest updatesA plan for Rachel Reeves to back a third runway at Heathrow and an expansion of Gatwick and Luton airports has been labelled “desperate”, as the chancellor faces o...
Uxbridge new-build flats bought to ease council waiting list
TWELVE new homes at Carpenters Court, off Chippendale Way, Uxbridge, have been acquired by Hillingdon Council.
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Single blow to neck killed Hillingdon neighbour, court told
A TEENAGER has been convicted of the manslaughter of his neighbour in Hillingdon.
Record breaking weathervane unveiled at most easterly point in UK
The largest weathervane ever seen in the UK has been unveiled at Ness Point in Lowestoft, Suffolk. The mega structure measures a staggering 21ft by 11ft and follows a long held British tradition of vanes being used to predict weather patterns from the direction of the wind.
Only days left to apply for the Newsquest Young Reporter short course
Newsquest Young Reporter Short Course is currently recruiting students, with the deadline closing on Friday, January 17.
Young people facing significant financial challenges this January
Over a third (33%) of older generations advise that people need to think carefully about the friends and loved ones they spend time
Etihad Leases Returned Heathrow Slot To Vueling
Etihad Airways has taken back a daily slot at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) that had been leased to American Airlines.
Brits saving money by switching up when they do their household chores
From roasts on a Sunday to spring cleans; as Brits, we’re creatures of habit, but new research reveals that the tide may be changing.
Brits being helped to reduce pollen concerns ahead of holiday season
Germany, Italy and France top the list of pollen prone holiday destinations outside the UK.
Generous Newsquest readers raise thousands to help NSPCC support children
Newsquest’s year-long partnership with the NSPCC has ended with an amazing final-push donation from readers.
New vehicles help Harefield waste site to be more efficient
NEW machinery was introduced at Harefield Civic Amenity Site at the end of last year as part of a drive to be more efficient and reduced its carbon footprint.
Hillingdon acts to prevent taxis waiting in residential streets
In a public consultation last year, the borough received strong support for its plans.
My boyfriend forked out £1,300-a-night for seven night Maldives stay in rainy season
A holidaymaker claims her boyfriend forked out £10,000 on a 'sunset villa' in the Maldives - only to get four hours of sun and more rain than London.
Uxbridge church charity unveils its new nursery
AN Uxbridge Pentecostal church has opened a new nursery in with support from HSBC UK.
New report reveals how Brits will travel in 2025
Brits plan to take an average of three holidays next year, spending an average £3051.90 on their main holiday and visiting two new countries, according to a new extensive report into how Brits will holiday in 2025.
Middlesex beats trend as water vole numbers increase
WATER vole populations in Middlesex and Herts are showing a heartening increase – in contrast to the situation nationally.
Nation declares supper time stalemate with flavour fatigue
Britain believe that air fryer food has become humdrum, according to new research.
Dogs Trust Harefield warning to owners on flood water
AS the country faces weather and flood warnings, Dogs Trust Harefield is advising owners to keep their pets away from floods and ice.
