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Airports · All LondonLondon air passengers' rights in severe weather
London air passengers have legal rights under UK261 legislation when flights are cancelled due to severe weather. This includes entitlements to refunds, alternative flights, and reasonable care and assistance, even when airlines are not at fault.
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Airports · LondonLondon Southend Airport serves capital from Essex base
London Southend Airport, located 41 miles from the capital in Essex, is officially recognised as serving the London area despite its geographical distance. Transport links and historical naming conventions contribute to its designation.
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Airports · LondonNats Air Traffic Control Failure Disrupts London Flights
A technical failure at the National Air Traffic Services (Nats) Prestwick centre on September 21 disrupted flights across the UK, including services to and from London. The issue, which has since been resolved, led to flight cancellations and calls for improved system resilience from airlines.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow third runway opposed by London mayor over £9bn transport costs
The London mayor and Transport for London have formally opposed Heathrow’s third runway plans, citing £9bn in unfunded transport upgrades, 60,000 additional daily car trips, and reduced noise respite for residents. The government will decide on next steps later in 2026.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow terminals 2 and 3 cut off by road after pipe leak floods site
A burst pipe flooded Heathrow’s central terminal area on 15 August 2026, blocking road access to terminals 2 and 3. The airport advised passengers to use public transport while repairs were carried out. More than 267,000 people travelled through the airport on 19 July, its busiest day of the year.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow Terminals 2 and 3 flooded, rail urged for 267,000 daily passengers
Heathrow Airport has closed road access to Terminals 2 and 3 after flooding on 20 July. Passengers are told to use rail or Tube instead. The disruption follows the airport’s busiest day of the year, with 267,000 travellers on 19 July.
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Airports · HeathrowHeathrow expansion consultation opens as skills pipeline for Barnet workers at risk
The government has launched a consultation on the Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement, which campaigners say is vital to retain engineering and construction skills in Barnet. Without new projects, thousands of apprentices and graduates trained on HS2 could leave the sector, risking future infrastructure delivery.
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