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<p>The Government is already supportive of airports beyond Heathrow making best use
of their existing runways, provided that economic and environmental issues are addressed;
and it specifically welcomes the ambition of UK airports which are responding to local
demands and investing in their infrastructure and facilities. However, it is for airports’
owners and operators to make investment decisions.</p><p>The Government is currently
consulting on its new Aviation Strategy. This sets out a long-term vision for aviation
to 2050 and beyond, which emphasises the significance of aviation to regional growth
and the UK economy.</p><p> </p>
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