Expansion plans for a second runway at Stansted Airport which could boost the number of passengers to over 35million a year have been rejected.
Planning officers turned down BAA’s planning application for growth of the existing runway. Their reasons for recommending refusal included the impact it would have on noise, air quality, and local quality of life. Councillors said they were concerned about the impact expansion would have on the local environment.
Campaign director for the “Stop Stansted Expansion” Carol Barbone said she was “absolutely delighted” by the decision.
BAA is likely to appeal against the decision, although unless they plan to make the second runway for Gliders only then we think it is unlikely to effect the outcome.
