Q4.11 How can a shift from car use to other modes of transport be achieved?

By the provision of appropriate public transport and facilities for cycling and walking, by the appropriate provision of workplace car parking and by the widespread use of travel planning. It is important for these strategies to be in place from the beginning, so that new employees do not get used to driving alone to work, and indeed do not take up jobs unless it can be demonstrated that more sustainable travel can be achieved.

Significant investment in public transport infrastructure is needed with shuttle buses running from the new station into the expanded business park to reduce car usage at peak times.

redevelopment of the airport buildings along with its large car parks for development including relatively small amounts of car parking will encourage use of public transport

Any proposed expansion needs a growth in passenger numbers to suceed.

Look at the majority of airports and it is a fact that most passengers prefer to travel to airports by car - any suggestion that improving public transport will solve potential traffic issues is misleading and disengenous

If you make it difficult for passengers to get to the airport by car - they will go elsewhere.

All these comments regarding getting employees etc to cycle / use the bus are just tinkering at the edges.

In order for growth to occur within the airport it is essential that transport links are improved to the airport. Emphasis should be placed on non-car traffic and therefore improvements to the rail links is essential in this location.

Better public transport including park and rides. More cycle paths and secured cycles parking areas.

*Invest in facilities that encourage bus/coach use (bus lanes,etc).
*Reduce car parking facilities in order to encourage take up of public transport.
*Introduce a local congestion charge.
*Create a safe cycle path network.
* Draw up a borough wide traffic reduction plan.

I'm not sure that it can. And IF people choose to travel by car, will there be sufficient parking space? The size of the car park at Stansted alone is huge! How will it compare with Southend?

Park & ride, shuttle schemes and provision of attractive, convenient alternatives.

Public perception may target the large commercial operators as noise and frequency concern some. However the airport has the potential to be a market leader in small (transatlantic capable) business aircraft and services which bring bespoke services and prestigous passengers and aircraft. This also relies on the runway extension.

With more flights the greater economic prosperity to the area.

You have my full support. Please do not let blinkered people stop the needed expansion and the much needed regeneration of this has-been town!

The website was difficult to access and badly presented as a public consultation this is a shame as it does not give the public a clear view of what the options are. It seems clear to me that the decision to expand the airport has already been taken without proper considerations of the impact on the community or the environment.

Encouragement of light aviation by lowering exorbitant landing fees and parking fees.

The main problem regarding development of the airport is the impact on the road infrastructure which has not been addressed by this report. The Cherry Orchard Way was constructed to allow easy access to Southend thus relieving the Ashingdon Road and Southend Road. It was promised that no new development would be allowed along it except the business park at the Southend end, which had already had permission and had been released from the green belt back in 1985. The Brickwork site was to be returned to arable land as per conditions in the original permission for brick earth extraction.

Rochford should not be called upon to relieve Southend of their obligations to provide employment land. The report says that there is scope for intensification of employment land. This should be done before any new land is released.

Since the expansion of Stansted and London City airports, Southend airport has declined it has also lost its airspace. There is little scope for improvement any new facilities proposed do not match Stansted which at least has the road infrastructure. The proposed diverting of Eastwoodbury Lane and dualing of Cherry Orchard Way and extra access points would cause traffic problems during construction and loss of arable land.

The only realistic scenario is option 1 low growth. The other scenario will have great environmental impact of traffic, pollution and visual to the detriment of Rochford District residents.

These are the responses to the Southend Airport and Environs JAAP consultation from Leigh-on-Sea Town Council.

2.1 Are the assets of the JAAP area fully reported and understood?
No

2.2 Are there any important assets missing from the assessment?
Rochford Hundred Golf Course, Rochford Tennis Club and an ancient orchard off Eastwoodbury Lane

3.1 Do you agree with the overall vision for the JAAP?
No, it doesn't include the impact that the developments at the airport would have on the wider area.

3.2 Do the objectives set out cover the key requirements from the area?
Yes, but with the following amendments (underlined):
. Creation of sustainable and high value employment and other land uses
. Maximising the economic benefits of a thriving local airport and related activity
. Ensuring appropriate improvements in sustainable transport accessibility and facilities are in place before any expansion of the airport and other areas of the JAAP
. Ensuring a high quality environment for residents of the wider area expressed through noise pollution management or protection of green space
. Maximum return on public investment through attracting inward investment but only if it is the right investment
. Efficient use of existing employment land

3.3 Are there any other objectives that might help to guide the selection of the preferred option/options and JAAP?
Major public and private transport infrastructure improvements to protect and enhance biodiversity issues within the area covered and those outside that may be affected by the JAAP area.

4.1 What do you see as the role of London Southend Airport in the future?
1. Provide air transport and aviation related industries
2. To secure regeneration to enable it to reach its potential to function as a local regional airport (SBC Core Strategy, Objective SO11)
3. Act as a driver for the economy

4.2 How can the airport best be developed to drive and support the local economy?
Airport expansion along with economic/business improvements work best as a package. It should be consequential to, and not specifically be, the driver

4.3 What role should the JAAP play in supporting wider employment growth in the sub-region?
Low scale economic growth. Change to JAAP to act as a facilitator for both Authorities to work together for the regeneration of the area.

4.4 Is the area suitable for significant growth in employment?
No, not without significant surface transport improvements.

4.5 Will the area be attractive to investors?
Yes, if high or medium airport growth options are chosen; if leisure activities and better transportation is in place

4.6 Are there additional options to consider?
No reply

4.7 Should the Green Belt be considered for revision? If so, how should it be revised?
No

4.8 What enhancements to the environment and amenity of the area should be made? What are the priority areas?
General recreational enhancements for all the population, such as a Nature Park. To be funded out of Developers Contributions.
The Country Park should be extended to take in all land between Southend and Rochford.
Extra care and vigilance to prevent industrial waste polluting Eastwood Brook. This has been a problem in the past and probably will after expansion of the industrial area.

4.9 What do you see as the greatest potential impact of development in the JAAP and how can it be mitigated?
In respect of Leigh, actual and perceived increase in noise, pollution and traffic congestion.
Mitigation by:
. Restricting the types of aircraft used, numbers of flights and restricting night flying
. Creating a 20 year airport extension plan with improved transportation included.
. Having proper consultation with fixed base operators.

4.10 What do you consider to be the transport priorities for the JAAP?
Road linkage to central Southend and to the west to be put in place before airport developments take place
Identify the catchment area targeted for airport passengers and the other component parts of the JAAP area and consider the new and improved surface transport required.
There is no conceivable answer to surface transport improvements for the maximum number of passenger numbers considered in the JAAP.
As the number of passengers increases, then consideration given to extra trains specifically for Southend Airport to and from London.

4.11 How can a shift from car use to other modes of transport be achieved?
Implementation of a travel plan for airport staff and businesses on the airport.
Park and Ride schemes with shuttle buses to/from the airport.
Expensive parking fees at the airport and controlled parking in surrounding roads.
Much improved local bus services to and from all local areas.

4.12 Do you agree with the proposed areas for change?
No

4.13 Are there any areas that should be added or removed? Why?
Remove
(ii) Agricultural land north of Aviation Way Business Park and
(v) Agricultural land south of airport boundary, currently cricket pitch, agricultural land and private allotments, unless reserved for recreational purposes

5.1 Which is your preferred scenario for the future of the Southend Airport area
Option 1 - Low growth (do minimum)

5.2 How could your preferred scenario be further enhanced?

5.3 Are there any other scenarios which you feel have not been considered?
Within the low growth scenario, expansion of Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul operations within area (iii) Land at end of Aviation Way

ROCHFORD DISTRICT COUNCIL & SOUTHEND-ON-SEA BOROUGH COUNCIL
LONDON SOUTHEND AIRPORT & ENVIRONS JOINT AREA ACTION PLAN ISSUES & OPTIONS REPORT
REPRESENTATION ON BEHALF OF COLONNADE LAND LLP

This representation to the Southend Airport JAAP Issues and Options Report is submitted on behalf of Colonnade Land LLP (CLLLP). Colonnade would like to play a full and active role in the JAAP process herein and be a key stakeholder.

CLLLP has major land interests in North Southend and South Rochford. CLLLP considers that the strategic development of land to the south and east of the aerodrome would form part of a new, comprehensive long-term regeneration strategy for the area based on achieving the following objectives:

. Unlocking the potential of London Southend Airport by developing it into a freight and passenger airport that serves the needs of the Essex Thames Gateway sub-region
. Enabling London Southend Airport to develop into an accessible employment pole of sub-regional importance
. Alleviating Greater Southend's serious road infrastructure deficiencies through the provision of additional east-west road capacity and expanding and developing an integrated public transport network
. Meeting the area's long term housing and job requirements in a sustainable way that addresses issues such as affordable and family housing, accessible links to employment centres and creating a high quality environment
. Unlocking the potential of New Ranges to enable its regeneration post 2031

CLLLP has established an effective working relationship with a prospective purchaser of the Airport. The bidder, which must remain confidential at this time due to the ongoing tender proves, have mutually shared views regarding the future of the airport and the wider area. CLLLP worked with the bidder in the preparation of their bid for the airport and if the bid is successful, the relationship will be strengthened further with CLLLP asset managing the landside property portfolio of the airport and advising and representing on the forward planning of the airport and associated strategic planning issues. Both parties would like to work with Rochford District Council and Southend Borough Council towards a long term (2031) strategy that achieves the objectives listed above. Whilst it is recognised that this strategy is to be developed over the next few years through the East of England Plan Review process and that the AAP only looks ahead as far as 2021, it is imperative that the Joint AAP provides a thorough analysis of the relevant policy context to address infrastructure, employment and aviation issues in a comprehensive, holistic and long term way. The comments below are provided to the questions and issues raised in the document and for ease of reference, presented in the same order in which they appear in the consultation document.

a) Assets, Opportunities and Constraints

Q2.1 and Q2.2

The opportunity to provide a new direct link road from the A127 to the airport site and beyond has not been identified. Peter Brett Associates, on behalf of CLLLP, have established that a route exists which would provide new highway infrastructure from the A127 (Prince Avenue) running east through to Rochford Road. The new road would require the demolition of a nominal number of existing properties, some of which are already under the ownership of CLLLP. Provision of this new infrastructure would enable Eastwoodbury Lane to be permanently closed to facilitate a runway extension whilst creating land parcels that could be suitable for development as new employment/business sites. Please refer to the attached diagram.

b) The JAAP Vision

3.1 Do you agree with the Vision?

CLLLP consider the Vision for London Southend Airport to be inadequate and unfit for purpose. Whilst the reference to the sub-regional importance of the airport as an employment driver is supported, CLLLP would like to see the Vision modified so that it highlights a commitment to developing the Airport into a small regional airport to serve the Essex Thames Gateway sub-region and a Vision that specifically highlights the need to provide first class infrastructure links for residents and workers. It is considered that the Vision as presented fails to identify the full range of actions required for Southend Airport to function as a successful airport, and fails to address the need to transform the transport infrastructure in the area, which is already at capacity and urgently needs to be rectified.

3.2 & 3.3 Do the objectives set out the key requirements and are there any other additional objectives that would help to guide the selection of the preferred option?

The outlined objectives are largely supported. However, the objectives fail to highlight the fundamental need to provide better accessibility to the regional highway network. An AAP must identify this as a key objective because the airport will not develop as either a passenger or freight airport without highway improvements and nor will the AAP area be accessible to Essex Thames Gateway residents and workers. The Vision and listed Objectives suggest that the road access is adequate to serve a thriving airport and a major employment centre. This is not the case and amendments are required. The airport cannot grow to the scale outlined in the Airport Masterplan with improvements to sustainable transport access alone due to capacity issues. The Airport's Business Plan states that 25% of passengers would travel by train and 75% by road.

c) Issues and Options

4.1 What do you see as the role of London Southend Airport in the future?

London Southend Airport will develop into a successful, small regional airport and a major employment centre in the future if its infrastructure requirements are met and in this regard, the commentary provided under Option iii) "Airport growth: extended runway and new facilities" encapsulates what could be achieved within a relatively short period of time. This is the only way that CLLLP envisage that the airport can be successfully developed as a passenger airport and employment centre. However, it must be emphasised that it will also require significant improvements to the local and regional road network and significant other infrastructure investment.

4.2 How can the airport best be developed to drive and support the local economy?

The airport must be developed to an appropriate level to drive and support the local economy this is evident from the text laid out in the consultation document. It is clear from the text that the airport will not develop as a passenger airport without a runway extension and commensurate investment in other infrastructure.

4.3 - What role should JAAP play in supporting employment growth in the sub-region?

London Southend Airport is one of two new employment growth poles in Essex Thames Gateway (the other being London Gateway). Given the East of England jobs target for the sub-region (55,000 net new jobs between 2001 and 2021), it is absolutely critical that both new employment centres maximise employment growth as far as possible. In this regard, the JAAP should be concerned with both direct and indirect airport and non-airport related growth. The JAAP should seek to maximise job growth at the airport, as well as the economic regeneration of Southend and the sub-region as a whole.

4.4 Is the area appropriate for significant growth in employment?

Inadequate road transport infrastructure and poor accessibility are the sole issues that weaken the attractiveness of Southend Airport as an employment destination and they must be resolved. From a strategic, geographic and spatial perspective, only if the transport infrastructure (both highway and public transport networks) can be improved, can the airport represent a sustainable and viable long term employment destination.

4.5 Will the area be attractive to investors?

The area will be attractive to investors if high quality facilities are created and crucial links to the primary highway network provided.

4.6 Are there additional options to consider?

Based on our experience, we believe that a new link road from the airport site to the A127 (as indicated on the attached plans) would facilitate the creation of new employment opportunities that would be attractive to investors. Value could be transferred from such development via mechanisms such as the Community Infrastructure Levy or a toll road to help fund the new road link.

4.7 Should the Green Belt be considered for revision? If so, how should it be revised?

CLLLP consider that the Green Belt does need to be revised and this revision should consider Green Belt land beyond the JAAP area as well as land within it. The airport itself should be removed from the Green Belt.

4.10 What do you consider to be the transport priorities for the JAAP?

The JAAP fails to recognise the necessity of a comprehensive transport strategy and programme of transport improvements to enable development at the scale envisaged by the East of England Plan and Southend Core Strategy. New and additional transport capacity will be required to offset the closure of Eastwoodbury Lane, to improve transport links to the rest of the sub-region, and to enable the core airport business to grow. The first step would be to secure (public or/and private) funding for a comprehensive transport study including the construction of a sub-regional transport model upon which to base future investment.

New highway infrastructure will need to dovetail with a comprehensive public transport strategy which must be geared around integrating the existing public transport systems that connect different parts of the sub-region to one another. The creation of multi-modal interchanges in Southend, Rochford and the JAAP area will be critical to achieving an integrated and attractive public transport network. Appendix 2 to this representation contains a conceptual map which identifies the potential for an enhanced and expanded network for 2030 based on the introduction of South Essex Rapid Transit (SERT) and enhanced connectivity to prospective future development areas.

4.11 How can a shift from car use to other modes of transport be achieved?

It is impractical to assume that the majority of people will use only rail based public transport to access the airport and this is reflected in the Airport's Business Plan which is based on an aspirational modal split of 25% of passengers travelling by rail and 75% travelling by road. Large parts of the sub-region cannot easily access the airport by rail and will look to travel to it using a private car, taxi or bus. In this regard, there will inevitably be an increase in traffic movements to the JAAP area over the next decade. The challenge for the future airport operator, with the assistance of the Councils and third party landowners, will be to improve the quality of all forms of public transport so that those people that have the opportunity to travel using public transport choose that option ahead of the private car.

A high level of modal split could be achieved at Southend compared to other regional airports of a similar scale given the existing public transport systems in place and the scope which exists to improve the network further. Multi-modal interchanges need to be developed to facilitate ease of movement between transport modes and thought needs to be given to how the airport fits within the wider public transport strategy for Greater Southend.

4.12 and 4.13

The areas for change are supported.

d) Potential JAAP Scenarios

5.1 Which is your preferred scenario for the future of the Southend Airport Area?

Scenario 3 High Growth is the preferred scenario of CLLLP. In this regard, it achieves the best strategic fit, it conforms to Development Plan policy and will make a major contribution to the growth and vibrancy of both the local and the sub-regional economy in the short, medium and long term. The other scenarios arguably do not conform to Development Plan policy and should be discounted. This is reflected in the strategic fit tables produced in the Issues and Options Document.

5.2 How could your preferred option be further enhanced?

The possible route for Eastwoodbury Lane replacement could be modified to reflect the route shown in the attached plans. This would contribute to the provision of an essential link in the sub-regional road network with the potential for the road to cross the railway line and open up East Southend to the sub-region's primary highway network. This would be of great benefit to existing businesses in the east of Southend and greatly assist the long term regeneration of New Ranges. Critically, it would reduce the pressure on the road network within the town and create badly needed additional road capacity. It is imperative that a demand management approach is implemented for both the existing and additional road network to bring about tangible improvements to traffic congestion in the area.

The new route would also create land parcels that could assist in the creation of a park and ride multi-modal interchange serving both Rochford and Southend town centres in addition to the airport, as well as new sites for business development.

e) Summary and Conclusions

CLLLP has formed a strategic partnership with a prospective purchaser of the airport. Colonnade already has substantial land interests in Southend that could extend to the airport itself if their partner's bid is successful. Colonnade's bidding partner considers that the airport provides a good strategic fit with its other businesses in the Thames Gateway and that with substantial investment in both on-site and off-site infrastructure, the airport can be sustainably developed into a successful regional airport and a new economic pole of sub-regional significance. CLLLP commissioned Peter Brett Associates (PBA) to consider the potential of a relief road that could provide a direct link from the A127 to the airport site and PBA are satisfied that this is technically possible. It would entail only nominal demolition of properties, some of which CLLLP already own. This presents a long term solution to the highway infrastructure problems that blight the area and should therefore be incorporated into the High Growth scenario, which CLLLP consider to be the only possible option for the JAAP.

CLLLP look forward to playing a full and active role in the development of the JAAP and would be delighted to explain their proposals further with both Councils and other key stakeholders.

On behalf of several Clients in Aviation Way, we would like to submit the following representations on the JAAP Issues and Options Report as follows;



Q2.1 Yes



Q3.2 Raising the profile of existing businesses within the study area could be included here. Service and leisure premises such as the Essex County Hotel and the Athenaeum Club are already in place and would complement any expansion to and investment made at the airport.



Q4.1 To increase business opportunities in the area and to provide easier access to and from Southend for commercial visitors and tourists.



Q4.2 The extension of the runway would exploit the potential of the airport to maximum effect and result in more visitors and increased financial benefit to the area.



Q4.3 The JAAP should support high scale employment growth within the study area. With the investment proposed in Scenario 3 the airport and surrounding area would be easily accessible. Should growth here affect other less well appointed and poorly located employment areas in the Borough, these could be released for alternative uses as suggested in para 4.3ii.



Q4.5 Yes with the infrastructure and improvements in place.



Q4.8 The green areas that surround the JAAP study area ie the green belt buffer to the north and Cherry Orchard Park to the west should be be enhanced and maintained to provide relief from the intensification of business uses within the area.



Q4.10 We consider the priority to be the railway station which will bring many businesses in the area within walking distance of it.



Q4.11 See above plus the implementation of transport plans by new businesses.



Q4.12 Yes



Q5 We prefer Scenario 3, which we see as a long term investment in the area which will promote growth.



Kind Regards

Clare West, on behalf of Clients

Dedman Planning & Regeneration Ltd

Response to L S A & Environs Issues & Options Report

By
Murray Foster
(local involvements include Chair of Southend Business & Tourism Partnership and Director of Essex Chambers of Commerce)


Q2.1 Are the assets of the JAAP area fully reported and understood?

Yes, fully reported and understood

Q2.2 Are there any important assets or issues missing from the assessment?

No, none

Q3.1 Do you agree with the overall Vision for the JAAP?

Yes

Q3.2 Do the objectives set out above cover the key requirements from the area?

Yes

Q3.3 Are there any other additional objectives that might help to guide the selection of the preferred option/options and JAAP?

Yes â€" the need for higher level of skilled jobs and more highly remunerated employment within south east Essex creating less dependency on London (city) jobs and retaining home grown talent

Q4.1 What do you see as the role of London Southend Airport in the future?

LSA has to be allowed to develop to become a regional airport for internal UK and west and southern European flights. This will then enable the sustainability and expansion of aero maintenance and servicing and other associated sectors capable of providing higher skilled jobs. It will also act as an external sign poster for south east Essex on UK and European map and act as a catalyst for further improving the external image of south east Essex and encouraging both potential inward investing businesses, visitors and new employees and new residents to view this area as the place to be

Q4.2 How can the airport best be developed to drive and support the local economy?

To be fully effective it has to become a regional airport coupled with sustaining/ expanding aero maintenance sector thereby stimulating supply chain and cluster sector business development including creative industries, leisure and tourism

Q4.3 What role should the JAAP play in supporting wider employment growth in the sub-region?

It has to be predicated on maximising the benefits of having a regional airport â€" Chelmsford, Basildon, Thurrock, Colchester (to mention a few) do not have an airport â€" it is our USP including a 7 mile coastline â€" use it or loose it. Southend/ Rochford have so few sites suitable for employment growth but it will not maximise LSA's site potential by letting it exist with present level of low level of flight activity, (indeed it would whither away and cease to exist) and rely on industrial estate expansion solely, which would not be forthcoming without the USP of an active regional airport. It would just be perceived as another industrial estate at an end of the line location.

Q4.4 Is the area appropriate for significant growth in employment?

Definitely, yes for reasons stated above and rail connectivity that will be integrally linked to the airport. However local road improvements need to be in place to support sustainability of such growth

Q4.5 Will the area be attractive to investors?

Yes provided that road and rail improvements are delivered and appropriate inward investment marketing is undertaken

Q4.6 Are there additional options to consider?

None

Q4.7 Should the Green Belt be considered for revision? If so how should it be revised?

Yes, there should be realignment to maximise the usage of land for employment purposes and also importantly for open spaces

Q4.8 What enhancements to the environment and amenity of the area should be made? What are the priority areas?

The opportunity should be taken to create better quality open spaces in more accessible locations embracing Green Grid and Parklands ambitions

Q4.9 What do you see as the greatest potential impact of development in the JAAP and how can it be mitigated?

Increasing pressure on transport networks and therefore necessary to maximise usage of rail for air passengers/ employees and improve local road infrastructure. Also need to restrict night time flight activity to minimise any potential noise level impact on local residents

Q4.10 What do you consider to be the transport priorities for the JAAP?

Maximise usage of rail and improve quality of local road linkages and bus services


Q4.11 How can a shift from car use to other modes of transport be achieved?

By encouraging employers located within JAAP area to incentivise/ encourage employees to car share, use public transport, cycle

Q4.12 Do you agree with the proposed areas for change?

Yes

Q4.13 Are there any areas that should be added or removed? Why?

None

Q5.1 Which is your preferred Scenario for the future of the Southend Airport area?

Scenario 3 â€" anything less will result in loosing a catalyst for developing a vibrant employment centre involving high skilled jobs plus local supply chain benefits and additionally high profile external sign poster and improved image creator for south east Essex

Q5.2 How could your preferred scenario be further enhanced?

It is contingent on improvement to local road links and bus services

Q5.3 Are there any other scenarios which you feel have not been considered?

None

In answer to your list of questions appendix A Q2.2,-4.6,-4.8,-4.10,-4.11,-5.3. Could all deal with Road Infrastructure which would be totally inadequate, cheap, and will not impress the local motorist or residents.

The closure of Eastwoodbury Lane, would increase traffic through Hockley-Hall Road-Rochford Station-Sutton Road-Warners Bridge.

An underpass to replace the road closure before the extension would be cheapest and show you were interested in the local community.

The dualing of road to West of the Airport.
Traffic heading South could be stopped at the roundabouts, with increased traffic into West of Airport and would need traffic lights at least.

Q4.11 The only replacement to the car comes from space ship enterprise "beam me up Scottie".

Best wishes for your airport enterprise.

In answer to your list of questions appendix A Q2.2,-4.6,-4.8,-4.10,-4.11,-5.3. Could all deal with Road Infrastructure which would be totally inadequate, cheap, and will not impress the local motorist or residents.

The closure of Eastwoodbury Lane, would increase traffic through Hockley-Hall Road-Rochford Station-Sutton Road-Warners Bridge.

An underpass to replace the road closure before the extension would be cheapest and show you were interested in the local community.

The dualing of road to West of the Airport.
Traffic heading South could be stopped at the roundabouts, with increased traffic into West of Airport and would need traffic lights at least.

Q4.11 The only replacement to the car comes from space ship enterprise "beam me up Scottie".

Best wishes for your airport enterprise.

We need to see rail connections and better facilities in place in time for the 2012 Olympics at Southend Airport - obviously this woudl only generate substantial revenue if combined with additional runway length.

Apologies for late response and hand written reply.

To make things easier to read I have listed my answers on the following pages 1 to 4.

Re: Planning Policy Document, London Southend Airport JAAP

The main Question that I would like to answer is Q5.3. I think that Scenario 1 should include the Runway Extension. My contention for this is that this would allow for fully laden Aircraft such as Boeing 737 Type to take off and land, therefore encouraging Operators of this type of Aircraft to use Southend Airport, and would allow the Airport and it's Environs to develop naturally, in order to keep pace with the increased usage. I futher think that diverting Eastwoodbury Lane to be unnecessary, as the existing road could be channelled under the Runway Extension as applied on other Airport sites.

I generally agree with Q3.1, although I believe that some of the proposals go beyond what is required for, what is essentially a small Airport.

Regarding Q4.2, I believe that, as I have already stated the natural progression from extending the Runway will drive the local economy forward, and that Facilities already exist to support the Airport. eg Engineering, Supplies etc.

Q4.4 Employment will always expand when opportunities are in place.

Q4.5 Investors will usually be attracted where opportunities exist.

Q4.7 I do not believe that the Green Belt should be revissed, as I am sure that Brownfield Sites already exist.

Q4.10 Improvement of Rail facilities, also Local bus services, possible change to electric traction to reduce air pollution.

Q4.11 I do not think that this is possible in the short term, due to the shift working usually expected at this type of Employer.

Finally I appreciate the opportunity to comment in what I believe is a necessary facility to the communities of Rochford, Southend and surrounding areas.