Great news. Still think that 1799m is too short though, not sure what types of aircraft can operate, especially in the wet. From experience I would say 2100m is about the shortest that jets can use year round. I remember an old plan to build a new runway 09/27 starting at the threshold of 24.
Apart from London City diversions, maintenance and the flying club. I can't see how airport will grow? Any idea what types, they are trying to attract. B737-800? or A319 ?