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World Service,29 Jan 2025,49 mins

Could Heathrow's multi-billion pound runway be the future of UK aviation?

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UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is set to unveil a bold vision for Britain’s infrastructure, with Heathrow’s long-debated third runway taking centre stage. The project, which could transform air travel and boost the economy, has faced decades of opposition due to environmental and planning concerns. Could this be the moment it finally takes off? Plus, a federal judge temporarily blocks President Donald Trump’s push to halt federal funding for progressive initiatives. And the Chinese Lunar New Year arrives amid economic concerns.

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