This story is just another example of of the wonders of journalism.
It has been lifted from the Department of Transport revised consultation documents.
www.airconsult.gov.uk This has been reissued and the consultation period extended by 6 months due to the High Court descision that Gatwick could not be excluded from the process.
The consultation document now has an additional 9 options to be considered, including a don't do anything one.
Don't hold your breath for an early result.