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Why are people in Leeds protesting about Heathrow?
Chancellor and West Yorkshire MP Rachel Reeves has confirmed that the government backs a third runway for Heathrow Airport, saying the runway is "badly needed" and could create 100,000 jobs. 91Èȱ¬ reporter Elizabeth Baines spoke to protester Ian Coatman, who was among a group that had gathered at Ms Reeves’ constituency office. In response to the protest, Rachel Reeves insisted the expansion would be in line with climate objectives.
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