Accustomed Quote by Zac Goldsmith
“The two million or so residents who live beneath the Heathrow flight path are accustomed to the noise. However, they are right to feel that any expansion would represent an unacceptable broken promise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public hearing on Heathrow expansion, UK Parliament, 2023
Residents near the airport are used to constant noise, yet they view further expansion as a betrayal of promises made to them.
In simple terms: Local people accept noise but oppose more expansion.
Key Takeaway
Consider community promises before large projects.
Themes
environment
politics
community trust
urban planning
public health
Mood
concerned
determined
Type
political
activist
When to use this quote
- city planning
- public consultation
- environmental impact
- community activism
Key Concepts
social contract
noise pollution
policy promises
Questions to Reflect On
- What alternatives could reduce noise while expanding capacity?
- How can governments rebuild trust after broken promises?
A Different Perspective
Balancing economic growth with community welfare is complex.