Representation by William E. Stannard
- Date submitted
- 22 September 2018
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I am writing to say that previous Airline projects have been unsustainable, both financially And passenger wise due mainly to Manston's geographical location. The present roads and rail infrastructure could not support the Lorry freight generated by aircraft movement. I believe that most airfreight is carried in the hold of passenger at Gatwick or Heathrow. Freight Hub would have a negative impact on the local environment I.e. Noise and more worryingly health of the residents under the flight. The proposals for Night Flights particularly would seem to fall into this catagory. If you live in Maidstone etc, it would much easier to travel to Gatwick than Manston. Gatwick would also give you a far wider choice of destinations. The young generation need to buy affordable homes in the place they grew up and where many of them are still employed. Due to the influx people from London and the E.U. It has made housing more difficult as demand for housing impact on this generation the most chiefly the 24 yrs to 30 year olds. Housing on Manston is required. Not. airport OR a freight hub. Houses, Medical Facilities, Green Areas for Leisure, Sports Facilities. Retail, Light Industry, Promoting local employment in the area thus saving fuel on cars etc. This is a good plan for the Local Environment and for our Planet. THANET DOES NOT WANT OR NEED AN AIRPORT!