Manchester Airport campaigners scrap legal challenge
14.03.10
Campaigners fighting plans by Manchester Airport to knock down two homes have been dealt a massive blow, the Evening News reports. They have been forced to abandon a legal challenge after being told the case had a less than 50 percent chance of success – and consequently would not qualify for legal aid.
The campaigners, backed by Friends of the Earth, wanted a judicial review of a decision by Manchester council to allow two historic cottages on Hasty Lane, Ringway, to be demolished to make way for a cargo centre. But they have been forced to back down after being warned they could face a five-figure legal bill if they lost. Despite the blow, they say they remain opposed to the proposals and have vowed to look at other ways of contesting the decision.
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