Richard Branson has criticised Heathrow's decision to separate Virgin Atlantic from partner Delta, calling the move "ill‑judged and short‑sighted" and warning it could push fares up by as much as 20%, The Sunday Times reported. The airport plans to shift Delta from Terminal 3 to Terminal 4, a change Branson said would make it easier for passengers to switch to rivals such as British Airways. He argued the split would weaken Virgin and Delta's ability to compete, adding that strong competition at Heathrow supports lower fares, better connections and wider economic benefits.
