Island airport bid abandoned
Terry Holding has withdrawn his offer of £10m to upgrade Alderney Airport.
According to the report in yesterday's Echo, the Islander's "hostile" reaction to his plans forced him to reconsider the proposal.
Apparently more than 200 residents attended a public meeting in Alderney where the mood was described as sceptical, hostile and lacking any enthusiasm or support for the development plans.
Mr Holding's company HBC continues to believe their proposals represent an opportunity to develop and secure the future of the Airport, but they are not prepared to impose themselves on the unwilling Islanders.
The Channel Islands' Public Sector Department is said to be disappointed that the proposal has been withdrawn as it was worthy of further consideration and represented an opportunity to safeguard the future of Alderney Airport.
The Public Services Department of the States of Alderney will be meeting shortly to consider the furure of the airport.
Cheers
Southender