UK MPs are voting later on whether a new runway should be built to expand London's Heathrow airport.
The issue divides both main parties, but it's expected the government will secure the backing of the House of Commons.
Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson is facing criticism for missing the vote due to being abroad - he once promised he'd lie in front of bulldozers to stop the expansion of Heathrow.
The government says the plans will create jobs, boost trade links, and bring guaranteed benefits for the whole country.
Opponents say environmental, noise, and financial calculations mean airport capacity should be boosted elsewhere.
MP Ruth Cadbury's constituency is under the Heathrow flight path, and she opposes expansion.
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Nick Platts of Heathrow Airport says the cargo industry needs the plans to go ahead.
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The issue divides both main parties, but it's expected the government will secure the backing of the House of Commons.
Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson is facing criticism for missing the vote due to being abroad - he once promised he'd lie in front of bulldozers to stop the expansion of Heathrow.
The government says the plans will create jobs, boost trade links, and bring guaranteed benefits for the whole country.
Opponents say environmental, noise, and financial calculations mean airport capacity should be boosted elsewhere.
MP Ruth Cadbury's constituency is under the Heathrow flight path, and she opposes expansion.
IN: "The risks…
OUT: …airports."
DUR: 15 seconds
http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/0625heathrow-cadbury1.mp3
ALT:
Nick Platts of Heathrow Airport says the cargo industry needs the plans to go ahead.
IN: "Without…
OUT: …to Heathrow."
DUR: 11 seconds
http://fsnradionews.com/feeds/0625heathrow-platts1.mp3