Deadline for Bristol Airport consultation draws closer

Bristol Airport is reminding people that there’s still time to take part in consultation for its master plan and help shape its future plans.
The travel hub has set out its masterplan to 2040.

The consultation, which started in November last year, runs until 31 January.

The proposals would enable the airport to provide more connections and serve new destinations, including a limited number of new longer-haul flights, connecting the region directly with destinations such as the east coast of America and the Middle East.

The future development is forecast to support more than 37,000 jobs in the South West and South Wales – including an additional 1,000 jobs at the airport, with employment focused on areas including Weston-super-Mare and South Bristol.

There are now more than 10 million passengers a year using Bristol Airport, providing more than 5,000 local jobs and contributing £2bn to the regional economy. Connecting the region to more than 115 destinations increases productivity, supports businesses and enables inbound tourism.

The masterplan to 2040 will look at expected passenger growth beyond the current allowance of 12 million passengers per annum, so it can serve up to 15 million passengers per year by around 2036.

This will set a clear development intent to be given due consideration in the local planning process, with a planning application likely to be going to North Somerset Council later this year.

People can view the proposals and explore an interactive map online or visit one of the remaining drop-in sessions at Cleeve Village Hall on Thursday 9 January (3pm-8pm) or Felton Village Hall on Saturday 11 January (10.30am-3pm). The website can be accessed at: www.bristolairport.co.uk/future-plans