THE FUTURE OF DONCASTER SHEFFIELD AIRPORT

Published 13 July 2022 at 3:59pm

Following the announcement today (13th July) from Peel Group regarding the future of Doncaster Sheffield Airport, South Yorkshire’s Mayor Oliver Coppard said:

"South Yorkshire is establishing itself as a world leading centre for advanced manufacturing, blade technology and low carbon innovation. The future is being made by businesses willing to invest in our region and make themselves an integral part of our communities. It’s disappointing that Peel do not seem willing to match our ambition for DSA and have not been able to unlock the evident potential of an airport with a prospective customer base of millions.

"Public sector partners including Doncaster Council, the LEP and the MCA have all made significant investments in the future of DSA and the wider Gateway East development. Prior to today’s announcement, my office was in discussion with Peel Group about a loan of £20m for the delivery of their plans for the airport, and have been in detailed discussion with government about further developing the connectivity of the DSA site.

"I am seeking an urgent meeting with Peel Group to find the best path forward for the communities of South Yorkshire, and I’ll be speaking directly to government about the importance of our regional airport to the economic prospects of South Yorkshire.

"This afternoon I called an urgent meeting with the leaders of our four local authorities, and we will be issuing a joint statement tomorrow."