6 reasons why Northamptonshire needs new runway at Heathrow Airport

“Given the strengths of the Northamptonshire economy especially in logistics with around 25,000 jobs, accounting for approximately 8% of Northamptonshire’s workforce, it’s clear that increased capacity for freight and distribution is much needed.”

2) A new gateway for firms to meet with new customers

3) Boost exports from the county to the USA

“Northamptonshire Chamber have already hosted a seminar on exporting to China and will later this year be running a seminar on exporting to the USA. Business clearly have to desire to expand and Heathrow can help provide the mechanism for this.”

“With Heathrow handling up to 150 times more freight versus Gatwick, Heathrow’s expansion will provide the additional capacity needed.”

4) Expansion into new overseas markets

“Businesses recently surveyed by the Chamber have highlighted expansion into new overseas markets as important to them.”

“Expansion of Heathrow will help provide them with some of the necessary infrastructure needed for businesses to grow and develop.”

5) Alleviates uncertainly sparked by Brexit vote

“Furthermore, with uncertainty impacting local businesses as a result of the UKs decision to leave the EU, big announcements such as this will go some way in alleviating this uncertainty.”

6) Shows Britain is open for business – thus helping local businesses grow

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