Representation by Emma Jaques
- Date submitted
- 20 October 2023
- Submitted by
- Members of the public/businesses
I wish to strongly oppose the proposed expansion of Gatwick Airport. Below I list some of the potential changes followed by reasons why I disapprove. Passenger numbers up over 70% - an additional 45 million passengers per year. Huge increase in transport and access to the airport having a negative effect on the surrounding villages. Aircraft movement up over 35% (that's an extra 100,000 flights per year!) This would bring huge additional noise pollution. CO2 emissions up over 50% (This means Gatwick alone will generate over 5.5% of all UK CO2 emissions) in addition to further dangerous Ultra fine particles in the atmosphere which are linked to serious lung disorders. Road and rail congestion. Additional parking spaces needed thus destroying local farm land and residential areas. House price devaluation for all surrounding villages.