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Heathrow power fix would’ve taken hours, says expert Simon Gallagher, founder of UK Network Services, said Heathrow could have had enough power from one live substation during the outage, but it would have taken hours to reconfigure the airport's.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:05Published 1 day ago

Passenger hopes Heathrow learns from airport closure disrupt Akhil Vyas, a passenger caught up in Friday’s Heathrow Airport closure, recalled the moment he learned his flight to Dubai for a family holiday was cancelled. He said that he hopes that Heathrow will.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:30Published 2 days ago

Transport Secretary: Heathrow fire an 'unprecedented' crisis Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander called the Heathrow substation fire an "unprecedented event of very significant magnitude" after it halted flights for 18 hours. She praised firefighters and staff.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:17Published 2 days ago

Heathrow Airport reopens after electrical substation fire Flights from Heathrow Airport have resumed after a fire at an electrical substation in west London led to flight cancellations and power cuts. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:23Published 4 days ago

Flights takes off from Heathrow after day of cancellations Flights take off from Heathrow Airport after a fire at a substation in west London sparked a day of travel chaos. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:20Published 4 days ago

London Heathrow airport now 'fully operational' after electricity station fire London Heathrow airport now 'fully operational' after electricity station fire Europe's busiest airport resumed flights on Saturday morning, but further disruption is expected as it tries to.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 4 days ago

Heathrow CEO: Full operation expected to resume in morning Heathrow's CEO says "a few" long-haul flights will take off tonight and that "full operation" will resume at the airport tomorrow morning. Thomas Woldbye adds that he is "very sorry" to those whose.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:28Published 4 days ago

First plane lands at Heathrow Airport since power cuts The first plane has landed at Heathrow Airport after a fire broke out at an electrical substation, causing thousands of people to be hit by flight cancellations and power cuts. Report by Ajagbef... Credit: ODN Duration: 06:29Published 4 days ago

Counter-terrorism police investigate Heathrow shutdown Counter-terrorism police are leading an investigation into a fire in Hayes, west London that led to thousands of passengers at Heathrow airport being hit by flight cancellations and power.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:11Published 5 days ago

Hayes and Harlington MP questions expansion of Heathrow John McDonnell, the MP for Hayes and Harlington, challenges the prospect of an expansion of Heathrow Airport after an electrical substation caught fire, causing power outages in thousands of.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:21Published 5 days ago

Fire brigade work to minimise disruption after Heathrow fire Deputy Commissioner for the London Fire Brigade Jonathan Smith says they are working very closely with their partners to “minimise disruption”. Smith confirms approximately 10 percent of the fire,.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:43Published 5 days ago

Passenger sobs as Heathrow fire disrupts funeral plans Passenger sobs as she considers the prospect of potentially missing a funeral after a fire broke out at a electrical substation in west London affecting flights leaving Heathrow Airport. Report by.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:05Published 5 days ago

More than 1,000 flights disrupted at Heathrow airport after nearby fire More than 1,000 flights disrupted at Heathrow airport after nearby fire Airport operators said the travel hub would be shuttered until midnight on Friday after a fire in an electrical substation.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:01Published 5 days ago

Flights cancelled as Heathrow closes after substation fire Around 1,351 flights have been cancelled after a fire broke out at a nearby electrical substation that supplies power to Heathrow Airport in west London. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:48Published 5 days ago

Heathrow Airport closed after fire breaks out at substation Heathrow Airport closes after a large fire broke out at a nearly electricity substation, disrupting travel for thousands of passengers. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:10Published 5 days ago

Heathrow Airport Shutdown: Flights Return, Operations Halted After Fire Causes Power Outage Heathrow airport shutdown has forced Air India flights to return, following a fire that caused a power outage at an electrical substation. The closure, which lasts until March 21 midnight, has.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:16Published 5 days ago

Miliband insists Heathrow expansion would meet carbon budget The energy secretary has stressed that a third runway at Heathrow Airport would be delivered in line with the government's plans on reducing carbon emissions. Ed Miliband said: "This government has.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:37Published on February 7, 2025

Tories: We need something earlier than Heathrow expansion The shadow chancellor has argued that Rachel Reeves's plan to expand Heathrow Airport doesn't do enough to tackle economic issues affecting people now, claiming it will only come into effect in the.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:00Published on January 30, 2025

Reeves: This government is going to crack on and deliver Rachel Reeves has asserted that she is "confident" that her plans for Heathrow expansion will find the right balance between sustainable aviation and economic growth. This comes a day after the.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:43Published on January 30, 2025

Mayor of London does not support Heathrow expansion Mayor of London Sir Sadiq Khan says he does not support a third runway at Heathrow Airport, siting noise pollution, air quality and the impact on climate change targets. Report by Blairm. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:22Published on January 29, 2025

Chancellor unveils 'Oxford-Cambridge corridor' plans Along with an expansion of Heathrow Airport, the chancellor announced the government’s backing for housing, transport and other investment in the Oxford-Cambridge corridor, which she said could.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:20Published on January 29, 2025

Govt backs Heathrow expansion to boost economic growth The Government will back a third runway at Heathrow Airport as it looks to go “further and faster” on growth, the chancellor has announced. In a speech in Oxfordshire on growth, Rachel Reeves said.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:29Published on January 29, 2025

Tories: Starmer is no Margaret Thatcher The shadow financial secretary has dismissed comparisons between Margaret Thatcher and Sir Keir Starmer, who likened his government to the ex-prime minister's. Criticising the Labour government's.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:10Published on January 29, 2025

Govt minister: We have to accept the trade-offs of growth Jonathan Reynolds says there is no contradiction between Labour's new plans for growth and the government's green commitments, citing investments in renewable energy and clean technology as "massive.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:18Published on January 29, 2025

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Wanted man, 80, arrested at Heathrow after 27 years on the run An 80-year-old man who has been on the run for 27 years has been arrested at Heathrow Airport, police said. Sky News - Published on April 2, 2024
Hundreds of Border Force staff at Heathrow Airport to strike in April More than 600 Border Force officials at Heathrow Airport will strike for four days in April. Sky News - Published on March 28, 2024
Murder suspect arrested at Heathrow hours after man hit and killed by car A murder suspect has been arrested at Heathrow Airport hours after a man was hit by a car and killed in east London. Sky News - Published on March 24, 2024

Man removed from plane after row with DUP leader A man has been removed from a plane at Heathrow Airport after he was involved in a row with DUP leader Sir Jeffrey Donaldson. Sky News - Published on March 23, 2024
Planes struggle to land and flights cancelled due to stormy winds Planes were left struggling to land at Bristol Airport and several flights from Heathrow were cancelled as stormy weather hit the UK today. Sky News - Published on December 27, 2023
Heathrow's largest shareholder agrees £2.4bn deal to take flight The largest shareholder in London's Heathrow Airport has agreed a £2.4bn deal to sell its entire stake to two vehicles, including Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund. Sky News - Published on November 29, 2023

Rapper Nines charged with drug offences after Heathrow Airport arrest Rapper Nines has been charged with drug offences after he was arrested at Heathrow Airport. Sky News - Published on November 22, 2023
Flight restrictions at Heathrow due to strong winds and staff shortages Strong winds and staff shortages have led to temporary flight restrictions at the UK's busiest airport. Sky News - Published on November 19, 2023
It's the hottest day of the year, but record-breaking heatwave may end soon, forecasters say Saturday is provisionally the hottest day of the year, the Met Office has said, with a high of 32.7C (91F) at Heathrow in west London. Sky News - Published on September 9, 2023
Heathrow and Gatwick airports confirm presence of RAAC Heathrow and Gatwick airports have confirmed they have locations containing the collapse-prone concrete RAAC. Sky News - Published on September 8, 2023

Heathrow issues ULEZ warning to drivers parking at airport Heathrow Airport passengers are being warned about incurring multiple ULEZ charges if they use meet and greet car parking services. Sky News - Published on August 31, 2023
Heathrow warns services will 'remain significantly disrupted' after UK air traffic control fault Heathrow Airport has said its services will "remain significantly disrupted" on Tuesday after air traffic controllers across the UK experienced a technical fault. Sky News - Published on August 28, 2023
Lionesses return from defeat in World Cup - and disappoint waiting fans by making private airport exit The Lionesses landed at Heathrow this morning after their World Cup defeat - but left waiting fans disappointed after leaving through a private exit. Sky News - Published on August 22, 2023	Heathrow passenger numbers soar as travellers flee wet weather Heathrow has said passenger numbers are almost back to pre-pandemic levels after an extra 1.3 million flyers used the airport in July. Sky News - Published on August 11, 2023
Snakes, horses and frogs among millions of animals passing through Heathrow Snakes, horses and frogs are among the millions of animals passing through Heathrow Airport every year. Sky News - Published on August 10, 2023	Heathrow security staff vote for pay deal and avert summer of strike action Security staff at Heathrow Airport have called off all strikes having voted in favour of a pay deal. Sky News - Published on June 23, 2023
Heathrow strikes next weekend postponed Next weekend's security staff strikes at Heathrow have been postponed as Unite, the union, considers a pay offer. Sky News - Published on June 12, 2023	Heathrow strikes: What you need to know if you're going on holiday Security guards at Heathrow airport are set to strike on almost every weekend of the summer. Sky News - Published on June 7, 2023
Heathrow strikes on almost every weekend over summer Security staff at Heathrow Airport have announced an escalation of strike action, with walkouts to take place nearly every weekend from mid-June to the end of August. Sky News - Published on June 7, 2023	British Airways cancels dozens of flights after 'technical issue' British Airways cancelled dozens of flights in and out of Heathrow Airport on Thursday evening because of a "technical issue", leaving thousands of passengers grounded. Sky News - Published on May 25, 2023
Heathrow passengers warned of possible disruption as new strike begins Heathrow travellers are being warned they could face disruption as security officers begin a new series of strikes today. Sky News - Published on May 3, 2023	King turned down Heathrow Terminal 5 renaming plans 'for environmental reasons' Heathrow Airport was keen to name Terminal 5 after King Charles, according to reports. Sky News - Published on April 26, 2023
Heathrow says passenger numbers up 74% on same time last year Heathrow Airport says passenger numbers were up 74% during the first three months of the year, compared to the same period last year. Sky News - Published on April 26, 2023	1,400 Heathrow staff to strike for eight days next month - as Passport Office workers plan walkout About 1,400 security officers at Heathrow Airport will strike for eight days next month. Sky News - Published on April 19, 2023
Easter strikes at Heathrow Airport go ahead after talks fail Ten days of of strikes by security guards at Heathrow Airport start today after last-minute talks failed to resolve a pay dispute. Sky News - Published on March 31, 2023	BA to cancel 32 flights a day as strikes hit Heathrow airport British Airways has been forced to cancel flights at Heathrow's Terminal 5 over the Easter period due to strike action by security workers. Sky News - Published on March 27, 2023
Criminal network 'disrupted' after £4m worth of gold hidden in Heathrow Airport plane seized Around £4m worth of gold has been seized after being discovered in the cargo section of a plane at London's Heathrow Airport in 2019. Sky News - Published on March 21, 2023	Strike to hit Heathrow Airport over Easter as passengers warned they face 'severe delays' Security guards at Heathrow Airport are to strike over Easter in a dispute over pay, with passengers warned they face "severe delays". Sky News - Published on March 16, 2023
Heathrow Airport passenger satisfaction 'close to pre-COVID pandemic levels' Heathrow Airport recorded its busiest day since the start of the coronavirus pandemic last month, figures have shown. Sky News - Published on March 13, 2023	Heathrow 'considering next steps' as airlines secure victory on passenger charges Heathrow Airport says it is "considering its next steps" after the industry regulator ruled it must cut per passenger fees it charges airlines from next year. Sky News - Published on March 8, 2023
Heathrow annual losses halve to £684m as pandemic recovery gathers speed Heathrow Airport has revealed that its annual losses almost halved in 2022 as its recovery from the COVID pandemic gathered speed despite a series of troubles, including a lack of staff. Sky News - Published on February 23, 2023	Dozens of flights cancelled at Heathrow due to freezing fog Dozens of flights have been cancelled at Heathrow airport due to freezing fog. Sky News - Published on January 23, 2023
Man in his 60s arrested after uranium found at Heathrow Airport A man in his 60s has been arrested in connection with an investigation into traces of uranium found in a package at Heathrow Airport. Sky News - Published on January 15, 2023	Key questions remain after uranium discovered at Heathrow Airport A major multi-pronged investigation will be under way following the discovery at Heathrow Airport of uranium in a package sent from Pakistan. Sky News - Published on January 11, 2023
Uranium detected in package at Heathrow airport as counter-terror police launch investigation A small amount of uranium has been detected in a package that arrived in the UK at London Heathrow airport following a routine screening. Sky News - Published on January 10, 2023

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Planes struggle to land and flights cancelled due to stormy winds

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Heathrow strikes on almost every weekend over summer

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Heathrow says passenger numbers up 74% on same time last year

1,400 Heathrow staff to strike for eight days next month - as Passport Office workers plan walkout

Easter strikes at Heathrow Airport go ahead after talks fail

BA to cancel 32 flights a day as strikes hit Heathrow airport

Criminal network 'disrupted' after £4m worth of gold hidden in Heathrow Airport plane seized

Strike to hit Heathrow Airport over Easter as passengers warned they face 'severe delays'

Heathrow Airport passenger satisfaction 'close to pre-COVID pandemic levels'

Heathrow 'considering next steps' as airlines secure victory on passenger charges

Heathrow annual losses halve to £684m as pandemic recovery gathers speed

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