Campaigners celebrate as Court of Appeal votes against a third Heathrow runway

Campaigners celebrate as Court of Appeal votes against a third Heathrow runway

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The video discusses the legal and environmental implications of the court's decision against the Heathrow expansion project. It highlights the unlawful nature of the decision due to inadequate climate change considerations and the need for a reassessment. The judgment emphasizes the importance of aligning projects with modern climate standards, impacting future infrastructure projects and public decision-making.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the main concerns associated with the Heathrow expansion project?

Lack of public support

Limited government funding

High construction costs

Increased air traffic and noise pollution

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the court declare the Heathrow expansion decision unlawful?

There was no public consultation

The government failed to consider climate change impacts

The project lacked financial backing

The project violated local zoning laws

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What international agreement's requirements were not fully considered in the Heathrow project?

Kyoto Protocol

Montreal Protocol

Paris Agreement

Geneva Convention

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must the government do to proceed with the Heathrow project after the court's decision?

Conduct a lawful reassessment considering climate impacts

Gain public approval through a referendum

Reduce the project's scale

Secure additional funding

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likelihood of the government making the same decision on Heathrow after reassessment?

Unlikely

Certain

Somewhat likely

Very likely