"Surely this is an opportunity rather than the end. Everyone has been discussing for months that Peel just want the land to develop.. well clearly not.. Maybe Stobart are interested, develop it like they have at Southend.. Steve Gill said on BBC news that discussions had already taken place with some interested parties. "
What interested parties though? Fine if it's another Group interested in running it as an airport - but who would in these times? Not so good for those that wish to see it remain an airport if it's a Group of property developers looking to put up a new housing or industrial estate.