Coventry Airport terminal bid goes to High Court
20.07.08
Coventry Airport's five-year fight for a new permanent terminal enters a new phase this week at London's High Court. Its lawyers will challenge a ruling made by government inspectors last year that its proposed 10,000 sq ft facility should not receive planning permission. If the judge overturns the inspector's decision, a further inquiry will be held to decide whether the building should be granted permission.
Coventry Airport chief executive Chris Orphanou said: ‘I'm optimistic of a positive outcome. With expanded facilities and the prospect of growth, we would be able to attract new airlines and offer a greater choice of destinations.’
If built, the terminal would be capable of handling two million passengers a year, which is more than double the airport's current capacity. Planning permission was refused last year primarily on environmental grounds, following a campaign by nearby residents.
The hearing is expected to last five days, with a result not due until September.
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