Lilian Greenwood MP, Labour’s Shadow Transport Secretary, responding to the announcement this morning of further possible mitigation measures related to a third runway at Heathrow, said:

“All proposals for additional mitigation measures are welcome. However, it is for the Government to implement essential measures such as creating an independent aviation noise authority as recommended by the Airports Commission, which could be introduced ahead of any runway expansion.

“David Cameron broke his clear promise that he would respond to the Airports Commission’s recommendations ‎by the end of 2015. Local residents are paying the price for continued inaction on noise and air quality, and the capacity constraints in the South East of England continue to hold back growth and cause inconvenience for passengers.”