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Notes from Dft External Advisory Group meeting: 20th June 2016
The following are notes made by Head of Secretariat who attended the Dft External Advisory Group meeting on 20th June 2016. 20-6-16-notes-from-dft-eag-meeting
Norwich Airport new engine testing facility
Norwich Airport has officially opened its purpose-built engine testing centre to reduce aircraft noise for neighbouring communities and support aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facilities at the airport. The press release and some photos from the opening can...
Defra Noise Stakeholder meeting minutes: 12th July 2016
The minutes from the Defra Noise Stakeholder meeting held on 12th July 2016 and attended by a SASIG representative, can be seen here. Defra Noise stakeholder-meeting-12-July 2016
ICAO Environmental Report 2016
The ICAO (International Civil Aviation Organisation) Environmental Report 2016 presents the work of the Committee on Aviation Environmental Protection (CAEP), which involves more than 600 internationally recognised experts, in areas such as noise, air quality, climate...
UK Airport Surface Access Strategies
Links to strategy documents for the Surface Access strategies of UK airports can be found in the document below. UK Airport Surface Access Strategies
List of New Government Ministers July 2016
For reference by members of SASIG, a list of Government Ministers can be found below: New Government List July 2016
British Infrastructure Group Report “Gate Now Closing”
This British Infrastructure Group (BIG) Report titled "Gate Now Closing" is a final call for UK airport expansion to protect Britain’s businesses, economy and jobs. BIG Report Gate-Now-Closing
Handling Aircraft Noise in Local Plans: Crawley Experience
Attached below is the presentation given to SASIG on 28 April by Crawley Borough Council regarding their experience of dealing with aircraft noise in local plans, as well as the relevant plan policy and noise annex SASIG Crawley Noise Presentation Crawley Local Plan...
ATAG Report on the Benefits of Aviation.
The Air Transport Action Group report on the benefits of aviation: 'Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders' can be found below. Published July 2016. ATAG Report - Aviation Benefits Beyond Borders
Government Response to TSC Report on South East Airport Expansion
The government response to the Transport Select Committee’s third report of session 2015-16 regarding airport expansion in the South East can be found on the link below. Response issued 15 July 2016. Gov Response re. SE Airport Expansion
Next SASIG Meeting 16th February 2018
The next full SASIG meeting will be held on 16thFebruary 2018 at the Local Government Association Group Office at 18 Smith Square, London. Full details and the agenda will be published nearer the time.