Boris Johnson Talks About Third Heathrow Runway

The speaker expresses gratitude to the Prime Minister for allowing open discussion on the third runway. They highlight the financial and logistical challenges, including building over the M25, and the potential negative impact on London's quality of life due to increased flights. The speaker contrasts London's future with other cities like New York and Paris, suggesting that London could become known as the 'city of Planes' if the project proceeds.

What is the speaker grateful for in the context of the third runway project?

• The reduction in flight numbers

• The completion of the project

• The financial support from the government

• The freedom to express opinions

What is one of the major challenges mentioned regarding the construction of the third runway?

• Lack of public support

• Environmental concerns

• Building over the M25

• Insufficient workforce

How many additional flights per year does the speaker predict will occur if the third runway is built?

• 200,000 to 250,000

• 150,000

• 100,000

• 300,000

What does the speaker fear will degrade due to the increase in flights?

• The city's reputation

• The local economy

• The quality of people's lives

• The city's infrastructure

According to the speaker, what will London be known as if the project proceeds?

• The city of Lights

• The city of Planes

• The city of Bridges

• The city of Skyscrapers