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The UK government has no credible strategy for achieving its net zero commitments, and has consistently failed to stand up to industry pressure for continuous growth in aviation.

If you live in Hunts or Cambs and are experiencing aircraft noise where there was none before, check this page to see if the new Luton Airport arrivals stack is to blame, and find what to do.

Many people received a smoothly produced sales leaflet. It didn’t mention the huge cost to the environment and quality of life in this whole area. We expose the impacts of their plan.

“The government has said aviation emissions need to be addressed at national level – it’s not for airports to look into that.” Chilling words from Luton Rising as it sidesteps any responsibility…

The Development Consent Order for massive expansion of Luton Airport is being fronted by Luton Rising – the new name for the same old company LLAL which owns the Airport for Luton Council.

Everyone knows that aviation has been knocked back as a result of the pandemic. But the 2021 accounts of Luton Rising give rise to serious concerns over use of public money, as we explain.

The government’s aircraft noise policies are ineffective, and little has been done to balance industry greed with environmental impacts. Aviation noise and emissions remain out of control.

The government’s Jet Zero “strategy” went for consultation last year. It flies in the face of advice from the Climate Change Committee and the IPCC. Our verdict: they are fiddling while Rome burns.