RE: MY OBJECTIONS TO SOUTHEND AIRPORT EXPANSION

I am writing with a number of objections to the proposed expansion of Southend Airport. I object on the following :-

1. I object to the increase in night flights which will cause major disturbance to local residence with vastly increased aircraft noise.

2. I object to the increase in road traffic and the congestion and pollution which this will bring with it. The A127 is already severely congested merely on a sunny day with people visiting Southend and a few road improvements will not be enough with the huge increase in cars for airport users. Far from being good for the town this will deter visitors as they will not want to sit in traffic as it totally spoils a day out.

3. I object to the vast increase in pollution which will affect air quality in the area seriously affecting the health of local residents and our children. This is a very sought after area to live in because of its peace and quiet and fresh air which will be ruined by this expansion. We should be protecting what makes people want to come and visit a seaside town not destroying it.

4. I object because I don't believe the airport visitors will stop in the town and spend money. They will have suitcases with them and will simply use the airport as a hub not spending money in the town however we get left with all the noise, pollution, congestion and reduced quality of life.

5. I object because many houses in the area will be devalued because they are no longer pleasant places to live.

7. I object because our school children will be disturbed by the increase in aircraft noise which will affect many schools lessons.