Lib Dem Voice has polled our members-only forum to discover what Lib Dem members think of various political issues, the Coalition, and the performance of key party figures. Over 830 party members responded – thank you – and we’re publishing the full results.
37% want London airport expansion; 36% want no-London airport expansion; 21% want no airport expansion
There is currently a discussion about how to expand airport capacity in the UK to meet future demand for air travel. Which one of the following do you think is the best option?
11% – Expand Heathrow airport
16% – Expand one or more of the other existing London airports (e.g. London Gatwick, Luton or Stansted)
10% – Build a new airport in the Thames Estuary to the east of London
36% – Expand other UK airports outside of London/the South East
21% – None of these – I would not like to see any expansion of the UK’s airport capacity
6% – Don’t know