Bigger Gatwick in NI interests: Chair

Donegal native and former Ilex chair Roy McNulty will promote the benefit of Gatwick’s expansion for our tourism industry in Belfast on Wednesday (October 22).

By Staff Reporter

Published 22nd Oct 2014, 07:32 BST

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15TH FEBRUARY 2001.
Sir Roy McNulty - Chair of National Air Traffic Services. — DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPH BY NICK RAY 07775 947241 15TH FEBRUARY 2001. Sir Roy McNulty - Chair of National Air Traffic Services.

A second runway at Gatwick is among the options shortlisted by the Airports Commission for the UK’s next runway.

The current Gatwick Chair said: “I’m pleased to be back in Belfast and to be able to outline why Gatwick’s expansion plans offer greater benefits and stronger links to Northern Ireland.

“Gatwick is already the best-connected London airport for Northern Ireland, links that would only strengthen with expansion.

“There is a pressing need for another runway in the South East of England and I will be discussing with local leaders how this expansion can best be planned to maximise air connectivity for nations and regions throughout the UK.”