Stevenage MP, Stephen McPartland, has made a submission as part of the consultation process relating to the planning application by London Luton Airport as many local residents are very concerned about the proposed expansion.

Residents in Stevenage and the surrounding villages will suffer increased noise generated by overflying aircraft with the proposed expansion.  Of major concern too are night flights and the proposals should ensure residents have proper protections against disturbance.

Stephen has also highlighted concerns raised about the fairness of the process since Luton Borough Council both own the airport and are responsible for considering the planning permission, and steps need to be taken to ensure that the public interest is upheld.