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Victory: Campaigners celebrate after BAA withdraws Heathrow third runway plans (Paul Teed, 5/26/10, The Guardian)

Campaigners are rejoicing after winning an “historic victory” over BAA as the air operator finally withdrew its planning application for a third runway at Heathrow.

BAA’s decision this week marked the end of a six year battle by residents, eco-activists and councils. It came after the new coalition Government scrapped the plans in a joint policy agreement on May 12.