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Old 7th Dec 2011, 21:33
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Fairdealfrank
 
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Unfortunately, all advocates for the Thames airport consistently fail to explain (1) who will pay for it, and (2) why the airlines would leave one of the world's largest hubs (Heathrow) for a deserted backwater.
1. The sale of LHR, plus the construction costs already earmarked for the new Thames crossing and the new Thames barrier.

2. Well, with LHR shut, they could either choose a brand new hub with all facilities, or use Manston.


Silverstrata, and Ferrovial will sell LHR because.......
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