Economy and society
Heathrow is an important economic asset for the UK. The airport’s connections make it easier for British companies to do business internationally, encourage companies from other countries to invest in the UK and provide a convenient hub for leisure passengers. In addition, the airport itself generates employment and procurement opportunities that boost the local economy.
As Heathrow's owners, we are committed to enhancing the airport’s economic and social benefits. We do this by supporting local schools to raise awareness of airport careers and to increase educational aspirations, enabling residents to access airport careers and develop their skills, and encouraging companies based at the airport to do business within the local economy.
To help manage Heathrow’s negative local impacts, we communicate with, and consult with, community groups and offer a range of community schemes and grants.
- Enhance Heathrow's contribution to the national economy.
- Support local businesses by facilitating procurement and international export opportunities.
- Employ people from local communities and help them to develop their skills.
- Inform young people about career opportunities at Heathrow.
- Offer charitable support and grants that support education, environment and community projects, and provide community noise schemes.
- Seek positive relationships with local communities.
- Respect human rights in the places that we and our suppliers do business.
- Promote social benefits resulting from air travel and improved level of service.
