Issue 1
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5287
Received: 18/03/2009
Respondent: MR CHRISTOPHER BAILEY
Do try reading my 138 words - it won't ake you long!
The proposalis not for a "regional airport" but for a metropolitan airport to serve London, hence the need for the station. And let's face it, the sign outside says "London Southend Airport" so let's not pretend that the Airport will only be serving the population of South Essex. The aim is much wider.
Southend would be the most marginal of London's airports because of its small size (even after te runway extension) and relative remoteness. So it will only attract the most marginal business that can't be accommodated at larger, more convenient airports. So we can expect marginal airlines using older aircraft at times of the day and night that other airports don't want. In fact, much like the last 40 years, but on a larger scale. So once you strip away the PR, the prospect looks pretty uninviting.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5297
Received: 19/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Rick Jackson
I fully support the preferred options and full expansion of the airport. The benefits for the region in employment and this opportunity to develop an asset for the future must be taken.
I fully support the preferred options and full expansion of the airport. The benefits for the region in employment and this opportunity to develop an asset for the future must be taken.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5317
Received: 19/03/2009
Respondent: Mr terence white
Information suggests use of Airbus 319 this requires a runway length of 1950 meters, the runway extension only gives 1779 meters ?????
It would need 8 flights every hour to meet 2 million passengers a year objective, assuming all aircraft are full.
Information suggests use of Airbus 319 this requires a runway length of 1950 meters, the runway extension only gives 1779 meters ?????
It would need 8 flights every hour to meet 2 million passengers a year objective, assuming all aircraft are full.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5320
Received: 19/03/2009
Respondent: Mr terence white
The use of Airbus 319 is suggested this needs a runway length of 1950 metres, extended runway will only be 1799 metres ?????
2 million passengers would require 8 full flights taking off every hour.
The use of Airbus 319 is suggested this needs a runway length of 1950 metres, extended runway will only be 1799 metres ?????
2 million passengers would require 8 full flights taking off every hour.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5345
Received: 19/03/2009
Respondent: MR DOMINIQUE LEACH
no to any expansion , pollution and conjestion are unwelcome .
no to any expansion , pollution and conjestion are unwelcome .
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5355
Received: 20/03/2009
Respondent: MR KEVIN FLYNN
THE BENEFITS TO BE GAINED IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ECONOMIC REGENERATION FOR THE AREA ARE THE PARAMOUNT CONSIDERATIONS IN MY OPINION.
THE BENEFITS TO BE GAINED IN TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND ECONOMIC REGENERATION FOR THE AREA ARE THE PARAMOUNT CONSIDERATIONS IN MY OPINION.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5366
Received: 20/03/2009
Respondent: Amanda Barness
I strongly object to the airport expansion plans in terms of impact of noise levels, incrrased aircraft flying too near to houses, pollution, impact on traffic in the Southend area and impact on house prices.
I do not think that the results from the current consultation will be fully representative of the southend and rochford populations and would like to see a reprentative independent survey conducted about such an important matter that will impact all of our lives.
I strongly object to the airport expansion plans in terms of impact of noise levels, incrrased aircraft flying too near to houses, pollution, impact on traffic in the Southend area and impact on house prices.
I do not think that the results from the current consultation will be fully representative of the southend and rochford populations and would like to see a reprentative independent survey conducted about such an important matter that will impact all of our lives.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5396
Received: 20/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Douglas Rivers
I object to the expanion of the airport on a number of grounds. Without doubt there will be a significant increase in noise particularly at night. The environmental impact of increased flights over a dense residential area will also be significant to those below. The road infrastructure in the area is already overloaded and cannot possibly cope with massively increased freight traffic. There would appear to be very little real evidence that an expanded freight airport will generate the increase in local wealth and jobs to justify the downsides of expansion.
I object to the expanion of the airport on a number of grounds. Without doubt there will be a significant increase in noise particularly at night. The environmental impact of increased flights over a dense residential area will also be significant to those below. The road infrastructure in the area is already overloaded and cannot possibly cope with massively increased freight traffic. There would appear to be very little real evidence that an expanded freight airport will generate the increase in local wealth and jobs to justify the downsides of expansion.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5402
Received: 21/03/2009
Respondent: mr akin erbay
great idea like to see rochford as boom town i like the idea to catch a plane round the corner to my euro destinations, goodluck stobart, only big issue is a127 and a13 should be made to m127 and m13!!!!otherwise we have gridlock on the approach roads to airport, like to see it working similar to city airport + cargo!! we have royal mail buzzing around now with old rusty russian planes anyway so i can't see the arument about all this.well done
great idea like to see rochford as boom town i like the idea to catch a plane round the corner to my euro destinations, goodluck stobart, only big issue is a127 and a13 should be made to m127 and m13!!!!otherwise we have gridlock on the approach roads to airport, like to see it working similar to city airport + cargo!! we have royal mail buzzing around now with old rusty russian planes anyway so i can't see the arument about all this.well done
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5461
Received: 23/03/2009
Respondent: MR ERNEST WELLS
object on the grounds of noise polution and smell of aveation fual.2mil passengers pa= a movement every 5 min+24 hrs for cargo and maintenance.increased danger from crashes.Damage to house prices.increase in road conjestion.heavy lorries and servce to new industrial estate.loss of sports pitches.not needed.a wish list for some not in the real world
object on the grounds of noise polution and smell of aveation fual.2mil passengers pa= a movement every 5 min+24 hrs for cargo and maintenance.increased danger from crashes.Damage to house prices.increase in road conjestion.heavy lorries and servce to new industrial estate.loss of sports pitches.not needed.a wish list for some not in the real world
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5484
Received: 24/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Anthony Gatward
I do not believe it is in the interests of the majority of local residents to expand Southend Airport. Many, many more people will suffer ill effects than will gain from the expansion. We do not want more noise over our houses and more congestion on our roads.
I do not believe it is in the interests of the majority of local residents to expand Southend Airport. Many, many more people will suffer ill effects than will gain from the expansion. We do not want more noise over our houses and more congestion on our roads.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5492
Received: 24/03/2009
Respondent: Damian Farrell
II am deeply concerned by the news that Southend Airport intends to extend the runway to allow larger planes to use the airport & I strongly object to it's expansion as do the vast majority of local people I have spoken to.
The infrastructure into Southend is already insufficient to cope with current traffic levels without additional freight & passenger traffic.
I believe the airport should remain as it is presently as expansion brings NO advantages to local residents.
I hope the council will listen to local residents as opposed to take Stobarts money!
II am deeply concerned by the news that Southend Airport intends to extend the runway to allow larger planes to use the airport & I strongly object to it's expansion as do the vast majority of local people I have spoken to.
The infrastructure into Southend is already insufficient to cope with current traffic levels without additional freight & passenger traffic.
I believe the airport should remain as it is presently as expansion brings NO advantages to local residents.
I hope the council will listen to local residents as opposed to take Stobarts money!
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5497
Received: 24/03/2009
Respondent: richard lytheer
Essex does not need more airport capacity. Stansted has plenty and will always be a better option for anyone who lives anywhere except very close to Southend, I suspect. Road traffic links into Southend are very limited and already overstretched. The flight-path lies directly over an area of high-density domestic housing and several schools wich gives rise to noise, polltion and safety issues for residents.
On the "bright side", we are not actually convinced that air travel will continue to offer the growth prospects inherent in this assessment. If it does, we are all doomed anyway!
Essex does not need more airport capacity. Stansted has plenty and will always be a better option for anyone who lives anywhere except very close to Southend, I suspect. Road traffic links into Southend are very limited and already overstretched. The flight-path lies directly over an area of high-density domestic housing and several schools wich gives rise to noise, polltion and safety issues for residents.
On the "bright side", we are not actually convinced that air travel will continue to offer the growth prospects inherent in this assessment. If it does, we are all doomed anyway!
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5594
Received: 25/03/2009
Respondent: MS LIZ PARKER
I strongly object to any expansion of Southend Airport as I feel it will increase noise levels and environmental pollution in an area which in the main is a residential area. Hence it is not appropriate for the area. In relation to employment opportunities it may attract Im sure there are alternatives that can be explored which will have a more positive effect on the area and hence will be less damaging.
I strongly object to any expansion of Southend Airport as I feel it will increase noise levels and environmental pollution in an area which in the main is a residential area. Hence it is not appropriate for the area. In relation to employment opportunities it may attract Im sure there are alternatives that can be explored which will have a more positive effect on the area and hence will be less damaging.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5595
Received: 25/03/2009
Respondent: mr richard herbert
noise pollution outweighs any possible benefit
noise pollution outweighs any possible benefit
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5648
Received: 15/05/2009
Respondent: London Southend Airport
It is proposed to extend the runway such that the maximum declared distance is 1799 metres which is sufficient to ensure that modern, fuel-efficient medium sized aircraft such as the Airbus A319 and the Embraer E195 can operate with commercial payloads. Airports are categorised by runway length and a declared distance of less than 1800 metres is categorised as Code 3. To have a declared distance of 1800 metres or longer would move the airport into the next category, which would then require very different geometric requirements such as separation distances and gradients.
It is proposed to extend the runway such that the maximum declared distance is 1799 metres which is sufficient to ensure that modern, fuel-efficient medium sized aircraft such as the Airbus A319 and the Embraer E195 can operate with commercial payloads. Airports are categorised by runway length and a declared distance of less than 1800 metres is categorised as Code 3. To have a declared distance of 1800 metres or longer would move the airport into the next category, which would then require very different geometric requirements such as separation distances and gradients.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5813
Received: 27/03/2009
Respondent: David Asprey
The lower environmental impact per passenger from likely aircraft types with an extended runway is certainly an advantage; and the quicker growth forecast under this scenario will bring forward the associated investment (station, hotel terminal etc) and the important related employment, sorely needed over the coming years.
The lower environmental impact per passenger from likely aircraft types with an extended runway is certainly an advantage; and the quicker growth forecast under this scenario will bring forward the associated investment (station, hotel terminal etc) and the important related employment, sorely needed over the coming years.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5859
Received: 28/03/2009
Respondent: Mrs D Davies
Expansion of London Southend Airport with extension of the runway in such a densely populated region is totally ridiculous. Why has the aerial photograph of the runway on the propaganda been taken showing open space surrounding it? Why not take the same photograph from the opposite direction? Of course, that would show the many thousands of homes, businesses, schools, hospital, parks/playgrounds and that just wouldn't do! Southend & Leigh residents/businesses have been deliberately denied, by Southend Council, any information on which they can make informed judgements. Why do you think that's happened?
Expansion of London Southend Airport with extension of the runway in such a densely populated region is totally ridiculous. Why has the aerial photograph of the runway on the propaganda been taken showing open space surrounding it? Why not take the same photograph from the opposite direction? Of course, that would show the many thousands of homes, businesses, schools, hospital, parks/playgrounds and that just wouldn't do! Southend & Leigh residents/businesses have been deliberately denied, by Southend Council, any information on which they can make informed judgements. Why do you think that's happened?
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5860
Received: 28/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Stephen Brown
I object to increasing the length of the runway and I object to expansion of Southend Airport.
This expansion is inappropriate in such a densely populated residential area. The increased flight numbers will lead to increased noise levels, reduced air quality, and an increase in congestion on already-congested local roads. All this will have a negative impact on the lives, health and well-being of local residents.
I object to increasing the length of the runway and I object to expansion of Southend Airport.
This expansion is inappropriate in such a densely populated residential area. The increased flight numbers will lead to increased noise levels, reduced air quality, and an increase in congestion on already-congested local roads. All this will have a negative impact on the lives, health and well-being of local residents.
So-called "quieter and more fuel-efficient" aircraft still generate significant noise and significant pollution. As flight numbers would increase due to expansion of the airport and the size of incoming aircraft would be larger due to lengthening of runway, so the total environment impact worsens.
The increased noise levels and reduced air quality will arise not just from the aircraft alone. It will arise also from the numerous freight lorries travelling to and from the airport to serve the extra incoming aircraft. Road links to Rochford and Southend are already congested. One can only be saddened at the prospect of yet more roads being built and those new roads themselves becoming congested, simply because of this elephant of an airport expansion.
Maybe this proposed airport expansion is a ploy to drive the local population away. Who would choose to live in such a noisy, polluted, congested area with large aircraft and lorries continually passing over and passing by? People needs job but I can't see that this proposed airport expansion would generate nearly enough jobs to compensate for the damage done to the local population.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5914
Received: 28/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Frank Butt
Getting in or out of the area is difficult at peak times. The regional infrastructure can hardly cope. Most other UK airport are very close to motorway links. There is neither the room, nor the money to provide a suitable link from the M25 and road links within the Borough are inadequate now.
Getting in or out of the area is difficult at peak times. The regional infrastructure can hardly cope. Most other UK airport are very close to motorway links. There is neither the room, nor the money to provide a suitable link from the M25 and road links within the Borough are inadequate now.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5922
Received: 29/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Adam Compton-Edwards
I am fully against any preferred option as the airport should not expand in any way.
I am fully against any preferred option as the airport should not expand in any way.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5935
Received: 29/03/2009
Respondent: Mrs Fleur Derbyshire-Fox
Objection Issue 1: The N.W. extension of runway was refused by government inspectorate in 1966 on environmental grounds and should be upheld. Major expansion: extending the runway, increases capacity to unacceptable levels with huge environmental and health impacts, in addition to a general devaluation of homes.
Objection Issue 1: The N.W. extension of runway was refused by government inspectorate in 1966 on environmental grounds and should be upheld. Major expansion: extending the runway, increases capacity to unacceptable levels with huge environmental and health impacts, in addition to a general devaluation of homes.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 5980
Received: 29/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Derek Waddy-Smith
Strongly object as the downsides (noise and air pollution; traffic gridlocks; and damage to Southend as a destination) far outweigh the potential - and they're only potential - benefits to the local community. Please furnish local residents with the names of air carriers that have bought into this 'Masterplan' and why they will choose Southend over already established airports, with clearer routes, before spending their hard-earned money on this expansion.
Strongly object as the downsides (noise and air pollution; traffic gridlocks; and damage to Southend as a destination) far outweigh the potential - and they're only potential - benefits to the local community. Please furnish local residents with the names of air carriers that have bought into this 'Masterplan' and why they will choose Southend over already established airports, with clearer routes, before spending their hard-earned money on this expansion.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6042
Received: 30/03/2009
Respondent: Mr Rick Jackson
As someone who works in Southend and lives in Rochford, the economic and employment benefits of the airport development far outweigh any of the objections put forward.
As someone who works in Southend and lives in Rochford, the economic and employment benefits of the airport development far outweigh any of the objections put forward.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6184
Received: 31/03/2009
Respondent: South East Essex Friends of the Earth
As previously described, airport expansion is fundamentally incompatible with the concept of sustainable development. Instead, a global policy of phased aviation reduction is required in order to cut greenhouse gases and preserve remaining oil supplies for more important uses: manufacturing, agriculture and surface transport.
As previously described, airport expansion is fundamentally incompatible with the concept of sustainable development. Instead, a global policy of phased aviation reduction is required in order to cut greenhouse gases and preserve remaining oil supplies for more important uses: manufacturing, agriculture and surface transport.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6186
Received: 31/03/2009
Respondent: South East Essex Friends of the Earth
The airport railway station is a classic example of "greenwash" - suggesting that using the train to get to and from the airport will make it more environmentally friendly is pure nonsense. The marginal savings made by using rail instead of a car are dwarfed by the aircraft emissions. An extra stop will also be a disbenefit to rail users not wishing to use the airport as it will increase journey times. Rochford station is sufficiently close that a minibus service between the station and the airport would be a better solution.
The airport railway station is a classic example of "greenwash" - suggesting that using the train to get to and from the airport will make it more environmentally friendly is pure nonsense. The marginal savings made by using rail instead of a car are dwarfed by the aircraft emissions. An extra stop will also be a disbenefit to rail users not wishing to use the airport as it will increase journey times. Rochford station is sufficiently close that a minibus service between the station and the airport would be a better solution.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6197
Received: 31/03/2009
Respondent: Mr T Clark
Fully support this section, and applaud the Councils for having the foresight to get the process moving at last. Cannot happen soon enough for the vast SILENT majority of people in the town.
Fully support this section, and applaud the Councils for having the foresight to get the process moving at last. Cannot happen soon enough for the vast SILENT majority of people in the town.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6210
Received: 01/04/2009
Respondent: Mrs Annalisa Herve
the noise and pollution will make home and school life unbearable in Leigh. As a result this whole area will become low class areas.
the noise and pollution will make home and school life unbearable in Leigh. As a result this whole area will become low class areas.
Object
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6351
Received: 02/04/2009
Respondent: mr Paul Baker
Strongly disagree with any extension of runway or increase of traffic until the 3 schools affected by the noise/danger are moved out of take off/landing path.Belfairs, Blenheim St Christophers. Also what will be done about noise levels at nearby Westcliff High school and Thomas More school.
Strongly disagree with any extension of runway or increase of traffic until the 3 schools affected by the noise/danger are moved out of take off/landing path.Belfairs, Blenheim St Christophers. Also what will be done about noise levels at nearby Westcliff High school and Thomas More school.
Support
London Southend Airport and Environs Joint Area Action Plan Preferred Options
Representation ID: 6358
Received: 02/04/2009
Respondent: Mr Jeffrey Pacey
In order for the airport to offer viable passenger flights to the local population and make it a vital local economic provider it must be able to expand. The runway extension is vital along with the new railway station and terminal it hopefully will be an airfield we are proud of.
In order for the airport to offer viable passenger flights to the local population and make it a vital local economic provider it must be able to expand. The runway extension is vital along with the new railway station and terminal it hopefully will be an airfield we are proud of.