Zac Goldsmith to continue opposing the expansion of Heathrow Airport

The transcript discusses the government's decision-making process regarding a major national issue, focusing on the timeline and parliamentary procedures. It highlights the debate over Heathrow expansion and the role of a Cabinet subcommittee in the decision. The speaker expresses concerns about the lack of London MPs in the subcommittee and emphasizes the involvement of key political figures in the campaign against expansion.

What is the nature of the upcoming vote in Parliament regarding the government's position?

• A non-binding take note vote

• A legally binding vote

• A referendum

• A secret ballot

What is the expected timeline for the national planning statement vote?

• Next week

• In about a year's time

• In six months

• In two years

What is the speaker's stance on Heathrow expansion?

• Opposed

• Neutral

• Supportive

• Indifferent

Who is expected to have influenced the Cabinet subcommittee's decision?

• Local MPs

• The Prime Minister alone

• Boris Johnson and Justin Greening

• International advisors

What is a notable characteristic of the Cabinet subcommittee handling the decision?

• It is an international committee

• It consists of 9 members

• All members are London MPs

• It has no influence on the decision