UK INTERNATIONAL HUB AIRPORT

That this House recognises the need for a world-class international airport in the UK; notes that additional capacity in the South East will be essential to achieving this, and that future economic growth in the UK including Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland and the English regions depends on global aviation links; further recognises that all current and future UK airports must meet strict environmental rules and standards including noise levels being no higher than 2002 levels and adherence to tough EU air quality standards; and further notes that aviation will become part of the EU Emissions Trading Scheme in 2012.