An interesting report on surface access, which the council will be discussing tomorrow. The report includes data on where passengers originate
http://democracy.leeds.gov.uk/mgConv....aspx?ID=51868
The airport MD will also be presenting to the council. Soundbites from the powerpoint they will be using, particularly the last one, are I'm sure designed to win favour with the local councillors....
• Making or region more accessible and attractive to inward investment.
• Creating significant regional employment.
• Increased international profile for the city and the wider region.
• Enhancing Yorkshire's inbound tourism potential working with Welcome to Yorkshire.
• Manchester becomes the 'second best option' for our customers and catchment.
Powerpoint also suggests 280 construction jobs to be created on site in 2011/2012 from terminal development
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