Naturally the Department for Transport’s decision not to contest the Judicial Review is disappointing, although it may in fact save time. It is a feature of the DCO process that, in order for more information to be provided by the Secretary of State on the reasons for his decision, the decision must be re-taken, and so the project is effectively back to the final decision stage.
The Manston Skills and Employment Board (MSE-Board) met virtually recently to push forward on a number of projects, despite the current restrictions on meeting in person.
The MSE-Board was established in January 2019 to ensure…
A recent tweet misrepresented our Airspace Design Option Development document which was developed in accordance with the CAA Airspace Change Process.
Even when operating at its future peak (circa twenty years after reopening), Manston Airport will average no more than five large aircraft movements per hour – and will not operate any scheduled services overnight.
While this further delay is perhaps understandable – and is only a matter of weeks – it is nevertheless disappointing, as this pandemic has starkly demonstrated the urgent need to address the fragility and inflexibility of the UK’s air cargo network.