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Search the Public Notice PortalBUSINESS leaders have backed plans to increase Stansted Airport’s passenger cap.
Members of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) visited London Stansted Airport during a behind-the-scenes tour to learn more about its role in driving economic growth across the East of England.
They voiced support for the airport’s proposal to raise its annual passenger cap from 43 million to 51 million, without increasing the number of flights beyond existing permissions.
Richard Tunnicliffe, East of England regional director at the CBI, said: "London Stansted is a vital gateway for our region, helping local businesses reach international markets and supporting jobs and growth.
"Its plans to grow in a sustainable way will be a big boost for employers and communities across the East of England."
London Stansted currently serves around 30 million passengers a year and offers more direct flights to European destinations than any other UK airport.
It also operates a double-daily Emirates service to Dubai, connecting passengers to more than 150 global destinations.
With direct rail links to London, Cambridge, and Peterborough, the airport employs more than 12,000 people across 200 on-site companies.
Jonathan Stock, head of corporate affairs at London Stansted, said: "London Stansted is a key driver of economic growth, not only for the surrounding area but for the wider East of England.
"Our £1.1bn transformation will enhance the passenger experience, create thousands of new jobs, and support the region’s ambitions in a sustainable way.
"We were delighted to welcome CBI members and show how we’re investing in the future of the airport and the communities we serve.
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"It was also fantastic to receive their backing for our planning application, which will deliver further sustainable growth to 51 million passengers a year, making best use of our existing single runway without any increase in flights beyond those already permitted."
The airport has submitted a planning application to Uttlesford Council to raise its annual passenger cap to 51 million over the next two decades.
The proposal aims to maximise the use of the existing runway by the 2040s, within the current airport boundary and without increasing permitted flight numbers.
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