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Southend Airport

Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKDepartment for TransportTabled Answered 5 February 2025UIN 27986

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, whether her Department plans to support the expansion of Southend Airport.

Answered by Mike Kane

The Government recognises a role for, and is supportive of, airport expansion where it provides economic growth and is compatible with our net zero targets and strict environmental standards.

Should Southend Airport submit a planning application to expand the airport, it would be considered in line with the relevant planning process.

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