Richmond Heathrow Campaign (RHC)
Richmond Council recently objected to the Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement, raising concerns about surface access, environmental impacts, and the economic case.
Richmond Council formally objected to the government's Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS) in August 2026, a key development for the Richmond Heathrow Campaign (RHC) which campaigns against airport expansion. The council's Special Standing Committee on Heathrow approved its detailed response, due by September 2026, citing significant concerns over surface access, noise, air quality, and climate change. The council argued the government had not adequately made the case for expansion and that local communities should not bear the brunt of increased harm.
The council's objection also questioned the economic case for Heathrow growth and the adequacy of proposed mitigations, maintaining its longstanding opposition to expansion. A report to the committee noted the consultation document itself was difficult for residents to understand. No upcoming meetings or decisions related to the council's objection or the Richmond Heathrow Campaign's activities are specified in the provided material.
Key facts
- Richmond Council formally objected to the Heathrow Expansion National Policy Statement (HENPS) in August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- The council's Special Standing Committee on Heathrow approved its response on August 12, 2026. Source 1 Source 2
- Richmond Council's response to the HENPS consultation was due by September 1, 2026. Source
- The council cited concerns over surface access, noise, air quality, and climate change. Source
- The council also questioned the economic case for Heathrow growth. Source
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