stewyb
I fear the announcement may be very limited,at best runway resurfememt,and possible taxiway 20 installation yes! ,but 450 feet runway extension and much needed stands no.
In addition the landing aids are woefull, especially 02 (what's happended to RNAV LPV approaches mooted some time ago?).The SAR is antiquated and possibly one of the last in regular use at a regional airport.Simply the airport has lagged well behind in development,there is simply no comparison with its neighbour Hurn in investment airside.
Until there are major changes then don't expect big players like easy developing a route structure.