Politics latest: Government under fire over airport decision as PM touts green agenda
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Sir Keir Starmer emphasizes Wales' role in Britain's energy future; Labour government faces criticism over London City Airport expansion, increasing capacity from 6.5 million to 9 million passengers; Deputy PM Angela Rayner and Transport Secretary Louise Haigh approved the expansion despite local Labour council's opposition; Critics, including Zack Polanski of the Green Party, argue it contradicts climate commitments; Greenpeace claims it benefits wealthy frequent flyers while harming poorer neighborhoods; Government insists it will meet climate targets; Starmer discusses ceasefire prospects with Israeli PM Netanyahu; 206 migrants crossed the Channel, totaling 19,294 for the year; Scottish government faces scrutiny over rising drug deaths, with 1,172 fatalities last year; Labour MP Clive Lewis avoids disciplinary action over controversial social media post.

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