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Heathrow expansion: Boris Johnson says London runs the risk of becoming a hell of aircraft noise

Heathrow expansion: Boris Johnson says London runs the risk of becoming a hell of aircraft noise

Conservative MP and Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson is maintaining his disapproving stance on the expansion of Heathrow Airport, and has vowed to continue to do so. He is not the only Conservative MP to go against the governments position, as Zac Goldsmith has pledged to resign as an MP. The government is expected to launch a public consultation on a third runway at Heathrow ahead of a parliamentary vote in the winter of 2017/18. Oct 25, 2016
London airport expansion war explained

London airport expansion war explained

The government has made its long-awaited decision on which airport should expanded, with Heathrow given approval for a third runway.Transport Secretary Chris Grayling made the announcement. The decision could cause a rift in the Conservative party as Foreign Sectary Boris Johnson is opposed to the plans, as well as former mayoral candidate and MP Zac Goldsmith who said he would resign if plans are approved. Oct 25, 2016
British banker Rurik Jutting pleads not guilt in Hong Kong double murder case

British banker Rurik Jutting pleads not guilt in Hong Kong double murder case

British former banker Rurik Jutting is accused of murdering two Indonesian women in Hong Kong, pleading not guilty to a charge of murder. The 31-year-old did plead guilty to the lesser charge of manslaughter, but the attempt was rejected by prosecutors. If convicted Jutting will face life imprisonment. Oct 24, 2016
Malta: Five killed in twin propellor plane crash

Malta: Five killed in twin propellor plane crash

Five people have been killed after a twin propeller plane crashed shortly after take-off. The aircraft was believed to have been used by officials with Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency. The reason behind the crash was not immediately clear. Oct 24, 2016
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