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Jersey government considers public funding to maintain crucial Heathrow air link
Overview
The Jersey government has indicated it is prepared to use public money from its competitiveness fund to support Ports of Jersey if necessary to maintain a year-round British Airways flight link to London Heathrow, which officials describe as vital for the island's economy.
Key points
- Jersey minister Ian Gorst stated that an all-year British Airways link to London is critical to the island's economic future.
- The government is willing to use the competitiveness fund to provide financial support to Ports of Jersey to maintain the route.
- Gorst highlighted that evening flights to the UK and robust transport links are essential for maintaining business competitiveness.
- Airline transport challenges have grown following route cuts by EasyJet due to fuel price increases linked to the conflict involving Israel, the US, and Iran.