Heathrow expansion an 'outdated' risk, mayor says
Sir Sadiq Khan is repeating his opposition to a third runway in response to a government consultation.
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"The evidence suggests Heathrow expansion is a risk that we simply cannot afford to take."
— Sir Sadiq Khan , Politician
"I will continue to vehemently oppose these plans as I seek to build a fairer, safer, greener, more prosperous London for everyone."
— Sir Sadiq Khan , Politician
"their opposition was not representative of local residents."
— Parmjit Dhanda , Executive
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Sir Sadiq Khan is repeating his opposition to a third runway in response to a government consultation.
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