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Heathrow boss on why the UK should remain in the EU

Government
Sophie Griffiths
23 February 2016

The boss of Heathrow has used the airport’s latest financial results to state his support for the UK to remain in the EU.

John Holland-Kaye at Heathrow

John Holland-Kaye will depart on 18 October

Alongside Heathrow’s results of a 22% rise in annual profits, John Holland-Kaye also released a separate statement backing the UK in a reformed EU.

"We are the UK’s only hub airport, connecting Britain to over 80 long haul destinations, and handling over a quarter of UK exports – but we recognise that for business to thrive we also need to be part of the single European market,” he said.

"Membership of the EU has made air travel affordable and convenient, with regular flights to the continent from all parts of Britain - fuelling jobs, exports and economic growth.