travel time between the two airports is still 1hr 30mins and choc-a-bloc during the peak hours
We are not just facing road gridlock but also rail gridlock due to the high volumes and lack of capacity. It's why the government is advocating HS2 and Boris Crossrail 2. The truth is we need to encourage modal shift and substantial extra capacity throughout our transport system.
The Davies Commission will look at the alternatives including promoting a London multi-hub system along with regional airport development. I'm encouraged by the appointment of Sir John Armitt, former chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority and former chief executive of Network Rail.