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Doncaster Sheffield Airport – masterplan 2018–2037

ContentsExecutive summary 4

1 Introduction 8

2 Consultation methods 12

3 Summary of feedback 30

4 Next steps 44

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Executive summary

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The Doncaster Sheffield Airport draft masterplan 2018–2037 was published for consultation over a ten-week period between March and May 2018.

This Interim Consultation Summary Report provides a summary of the activities undertaken during the consultation period, and a summary of the responses that were received during this time.

The consultation was widely publicised by a number of adverts placed in local newspapers and posts on social media.

A total of 11 public consultation events were held during the ten-week consultation. This included exhibitions at Yorkshire Wildlife Park, Sheffield Hallam University, local schools, and public venues around South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire. Attendees at these events were invited to speak to airport staff, discuss in detail any questions or concerns and provide their feedback on the masterplan.

The draft masterplan was available to view at a dedicated page on the airport website. An online questionnaire was also available to complete along with details of how to contact the project team through a dedicated email and a Freepost address.

In total, 1,632 responses were received to the consultation. This included feedback from individual members of the public and private and public sector organisations. The vast majority of feedback received was positive, with over 90% of respondents expressing strong support for the vision and objectives as set out in the masterplan.

Executive summaryA number of respondents recognised the important role Doncaster Sheffield Airport plays in the regional economy, and the potential it offers for employment and prosperity.

The comments received identified a number of overarching themes. These themes included airport infrastructure, transport and connectivity, potential environmental impact of the proposals set out in the masterplan and the impact these would have on residents living near the airport. There was recognition of the increasing number of destinations available and a desire for Doncaster Sheffield Airport to continue expanding the range of destinations and airlines currently available at the airport.

Doncaster Sheffield Airport is grateful for all of the feedback and comments it has received. All of the comments raised in response to the consultation are being carefully considered in the preparation of the final airport masterplan.

In the summary of comments an initial response has been provided where possible in advance of further consideration to the themes of comments received in the final masterplan.

The final masterplan will be published by the end of 2018, together with a final version of this consultation summary report, which where possible will include more detailed responses to comments and an overview of any changes made to the masterplan document.

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Executive summary


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Introduction1

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The vision for Doncaster Sheffield Airport is to become the UK’s most outstanding regional airport and the emerging masterplan is one of the key enablers of this vision.

The draft masterplan sets out the future development of Doncaster Sheffield Airport which will include opening up new destinations, a bigger and better terminal, new facilities for local residents, a new employment centre, a new cargo hub and new homes.

A full copy of the draft masterplan is still available to view on the airport website (flydsa.co.uk/masterplan).

The draft masterplan has been prepared in accordance with guidance in Annex B of the Aviation Policy Framework. The Aviation Policy Framework sets out the government’s policy to allow the aviation sector to continue to make a significant contribution to economic growth across the country.

Doncaster Sheffield Airport formally consulted on the draft masterplan to 2037 from Wednesday 21 March to Thursday 31 May 2018.

During the ten-week consultation period, the airport engaged with identified stakeholders, local residents, airport users, staff members and the wider community. The consultation was publicised to a wide audience by a large number of adverts in regional print media and social media channels. Additionally, a significant number of emails were sent to local residents of the area to provide information regarding the consultation.

This Interim Consultation Summary Report describes the activities undertaken throughout the consultation period and provides a summary of the feedback received. This feedback will ultimately inform the final airport masterplan to 2037.

Introduction

—Masterplan ‘key benefits’ hand-out

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1 Introduction


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Consultation methods

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A range of awareness-raising methods were used to inform stakeholders, local residents and the wider region of the consultation exercise. In order to engage with these groups the following methods were used:

– An airport vision and masterplan launch event – Coverage in print media and social media – Consultation with identified stakeholders – Public drop-in sessions – Consultation events with wider groups – A dedicated masterplan page on the Doncaster Sheffield Airport website – A number of feedback channels

More detail is provided in this report.

Consultation methods

Response heat mapThe heat map below shows the reach and intensity of engagement to the masterplan consultation based on respondents address and postcode.

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2 Consultation methods

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Doncaster Sheeld Airport

Thorne

Finningley

Bawtry

RetfordWorksop

Rotherham

Barnsley

Wakefield

Leeds

She�eld

Chesterfield

Mansfield

Lincoln

Doncaster

Hull

York

1 Sheffield College

2 Rotherham College (S65 1EG)

3 Rotherham College (S65 1ED)

4 Sheffield Hallam University

5 DMBC Civic Building

6 Rossington All Saints

7 Barnsley DMC

8 Hayfield School

9 North Notts College

10 Yorkshire Wildlife Park

11 Hungerhill School

Drop-in sessions Combined press coverage

Social media targeting

+15 miles local resident benefits and careers

+30 miles general engagement and awareness

Coverage mapThe map below shows the geographic reach of awareness activity for the masterplan consultation, including combined press coverage, drop-in sessions and social media targeting.


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Masterplan launch eventOn Wednesday 21 March 2018, a launch event took place at the airport terminal building. The event was held jointly with Transport for the North who were also undertaking a public consultation on their Draft Strategic Transport Plan.

Guest speakers at the event included:

– Ros Jones CBE, Mayor of Doncaster

– Robert Hough CBE, Chairman of Peel Airports Group

– Chris Scholey, Private Sector Board Member Sheffield City Region LEP

– Jonathan Spruce - Interim Strategy Director, Transport for the North

125 people attended the event, including a wide range of airport stakeholders from across the region.

—Jonathan Spruce, Transport for the North with Robert Hough CBE, Peel Airports Group

—Masterplan launch event at Doncaster Sheffield Airport

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Coverage in local mediaFollowing the launch event, a number of local and regional media outlets reported on the consultation.

This included an article on the BBC News website

on Wednesday 21 March 2018 and articles on the Lincolnshire Live website and Yorkshire Post website on Thursday 22 March 2018.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-south-yorkshire-43492315 https://www.yorkshirepost.co.uk/our-region/south-yorkshire/doncaster/aerotropolis-futuristic-vision-to- turn-yorkshire-airport-into-international-transport-hub-and-create-73-000-jobs-1-9075336

https://www.lincolnshirelive.co.uk/news/local-news/major-development-plans-doncaster-sheffield-1371935


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Print media advertsFurther to the initial news coverage of the masterplan consultation, DSA took out a number of half page adverts in local print media titles. The advert provided details about the consultation dates and directed readers to the dedicated masterplan page on the airport website.

The adverts appeared in the following titles:

– Sheffield Star and Doncaster Star: 7, 9, 11 and 14 May 2018

– Doncaster Free Press: 10 May 2018

– Sheffield Telegraph: 10 May 2018

—Sheffield Starhalf page press ad

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Social mediaSponsored adverts were used to promote the consultation to a wider audience using the social media platform Facebook.

A number of different adverts were used, each linking to the airport’s masterplan webpage. Some promoted the public consultation in a broad sense and others focused specifically on the benefits of the masterplan and public drop-in sessions taking place.

The adverts had a combined reach of over 46,000 unique Facebook users.

The consultation was also promoted via regular posts across the airport’s social media accounts with high levels of engagement and sharing.

Facebook @flydsaTwitter @DSA_AirportLinkedIn

20,000+ followers10,000+ followers2,000+ followers


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Communication with stakeholdersDoncaster Sheffield Airport has a history of working proactively with a wide range of stakeholders including neighbouring local authorities and organisations.

In advance of the consultation an audit took place to identify stakeholders that would be expected to take an active interest in the emerging masterplan. This exercise resulted in approximately 120 stakeholders being identified, including:

– Local Councils

– Local MPs

– Highways England

– Historic England

– The National Trust

– FODSA (Friends of Doncaster Sheffield Airport)

– Doncaster Sheffield Airport Consultative Committee

– Doncaster Chamber of Commerce

– The University of Sheffield

On Friday 13 April 2018, a letter was issued by Doncaster Sheffield Airport to identified stakeholders via email.

The letter provided a summary of the masterplan and details of the consultation. The letter also invited stakeholders to provide comments on the masterplan.

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– 2Excel Aviation – Air Traffic Control

Services Limited – Airport Business Club

(Business Doncaster) – Airport Consultative Committee – Airports Operators Association – Auckley Parish Council – Austerfield Parish Council – Barmby Moor Parish Council – Barnby Dun with Kirk

Sandall Parish Council – Barnsley & Rotherham

Chambers of Commerce – Barnsley Metropolitan

Borough Council – Bassetlaw District Council – Bawtry Town Council – Belton Parish Council – Blaxton Parish Council – Blyth Parish Council – Bolsover District Council – Braithwell Parish Council – CAA Safety & Airspace

Regulation Group – Campaign to Protect

Rural England – Cantley with Branton

Parish Council – Carlton in Lindrick Parish Council – Cessna Citation – Chesterfield Borough Council – Crowle and Ealand

Parish Council – Derbyshire Dales District Council – Department for Transport – DHL – Doncaster Chamber

of Commerce – Doncaster Council -

Environmental Health – Doncaster Council – East Lindsey District Council – East Riding of Yorkshire Council – English Heritage – Environment Agency – Epworth Town Council – EasyJet

– Everton Parish Council – Finningley Parish Council – Finningley PC – Firbeck Parish Council – First Bus South Yorkshire – Friends of Doncaster

Sheffield Airport – Gringley-on-the-Hill

Parish Council – Harworth/Bircotes

Parish Council – Hatfield Parish Council – Haxey Parish Council – Heavy Airlines – Highways England – Hodsock Parish Council – International Trade Forum – Lincolnshire County Council – Lound Parish Council – Loversall Parish Council – Maltby Town Council – Mansfield District Council – Mattersey Parish Council – Meadowhall – Misson Parish Council – Misterton Parish Council – MP for Barnsley Central – MP for Barnsley East – MP for Bassetlaw – MP for Brigg & Goole and

the Isle of Axholme – MP for Don Valley – MP for Doncaster Central – MP for Doncaster North – MP for Pensitone and

Stocksbridge – MP for Rother Valley – MP for Rotherham – MP for Sheffield Brightside

and Hillsborough – MP for Sheffield Central – MP for Sheffield Hallam – MP for Sheffield Heeley – MP for Sheffield South East – MP for Wentworth and Dearne – Nabarro - Sheffield – National Air Traffic Services – National Police Air Services

– Natural England – Newark and Sherwood

District Council – North East Derbyshire

District Council – North Kesteven District Council – North Lincolnshire Council – North Notts Envoys /

North Notts BID – North Yorkshire County Council – Nottinghamshire County Council – Pressure Technologies – Regional and Business

Airports Group – Ranskill Parish Council – Rossington Parish Council – Rotherham Metropolitan

Borough Council – Scrooby Parish Council – Selby District Council – Sheffield Chamber of

Commerce & Industry – Sheffield City Council – Sheffield City Region LEP – Sheffield College – Sheffield Hallam University – South Yorkshire Joint Secretariat – Stagecoach Yorkshire – Stainforth Town Council – Stainton Parish Council – Styrrup with Oldcotes

Parish Council – South Yorkshire Passenger

Transport Executive – Transport for the North – The National Trust – Thorne & Moorends

Parish Council – Tickhill Town Council – Torworth Parish Council – University of Sheffield – Wadworth Parish Council – Wakefield Council – Welcome to Yorkshire – West Lindsey District Council – Wroot Parish Council – Yorkshire & Humber Academic

Health Science Network

Identified stakeholders


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Presentations to stakeholdersA series of presentations were delivered to stakeholders. The presentation included an introduction to the airport, details of the masterplan and details of the consultation.

The presentations was delivered to the following stakeholders:

– Airport Consultative Committee on Thursday 12 April 2018

– Doncaster Property Forum on Tuesday 17 April 2018

– Ummar Hanif, Regional Manager for Capital Investment and Capital Projects at Department for International Trade (DIT) on Tuesday 19 April 2018

– Enterprising Barnsley Business Breakfast on Tuesday 8 May 2018

– Doncaster Business Conference on Friday 18 May 2018

– Sheffield Chamber of Commerce Patrons and Premium Partners Business Breakfast on Wednesday 23 May 2018

– Sheffield City Region Mayor, Dan Jarvis MBE MP on Friday 25 May 2018

—Presenting the masterplan to the Airport Consultative Committee

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—Airport project team with Ummar Hanif, Department for International Trade (DIT)

—Robert Hough CBE, Peel Airports Group speaking at the Doncaster Business Conference

—Members of Peel Airports Group, Doncaster Sheffield Airport and TUI at the opening of the final phase of the Great Yorkshire Way link road

—Christine Ourmières, Flybe CEO with Steve Gill and Chris Harcombe (DSA)

—The team welcoming Sheffield City Region Mayor, Dan Jarvis MBE MP


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Public drop-in sessionsDoncaster Sheffield Airport undertook a series of roadshow style events across the catchment area.

The purpose of the events was to inform local residents and businesses about the draft masterplan and to ask any questions. Online feedback forms were also available to complete at the sessions.

A total of 11 public drop-in exhibitions were held as part of the consultation process. A list of these events is included below:

Venue Date Time

Sheffield College - Silver Plate Restaurant (S2 2RL) 18 April 5–8pm

Rotherham College - Wentworth Building (Town Centre Campus, S65 1EG)

23 April 2–5pm

Rotherham College - The Wharncliffe Restaurant (Percy St, S65 1ED)

23 April 6–9pm

Sheffield Hallam University - Owen Building Reception (City Campus, S1 1WB)(Presentations at 11am and 3pm in Peak Lecture Theatre)

24 April 10am – 4pm

Doncaster Council - Civic Building Reception, Sir Nigel Greasley Square (DN1 3BU)

30 April 12–4pm

Rossington All Saints Academy (DN11 0BZ) 1 May 6–8pm

Barnsley Digital Media Centre (S70 2JW) 8 May 10am – 4pm

Hayfield School 9 May 4pm – 7pm

North Notts College, Worksop (S81 7HP) 10 May 6:30–8:30pm

Yorkshire Wildlife Park - Safari Village (DN4 6TB) 13 May 10am – 4pm

Hungerhill School - School Hall (DN3 2JY) 16 May 4–7pm

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At each event, an exhibition stand was used to display printed copies of the masterplan. Alongside, a supporting digital screen played an on-screen presentation which included details of the masterplan. The screen played on a loop throughout the session.

Members of the project team were available to answer any questions and a more formal presentation was delivered by members of the team at most sessions.

In addition to this, a handout leaflet was also available for attendees to take away with them. In total, over 5,200 leaflets were distributed to attendees of the drop-in events.

—DSA project team and attendees of various public drop-in sessions across the region


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Events at local schoolsThroughout the consultation period members of the team delivered assemblies at the following local schools speaking to over 1,500 children:

Rossington School

Tickhill Estfeld School

Hayfield School

Hungerhill School

1 May

8 May

9 May

16 May

Engaging with local schools

The airport produced a fold-out guide, ‘Your airport, your future’ to explain the masterplan in a clear and engaging way for school children.

It used character illustrations to explain the key benefits of the masterplan and wide range of job opportunities at the airport.

Accompanying this was a supporting presentation the team delivered at school assemblies.

This exercise was very well received and is something the airport continues to work on alongside the development of the final masterplan and as part of its wider commitment to working with local schools and colleges.

—Pupils at Hungerhill School

—School fold-out leaflet explaining the airport masterplan and benefits

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Staff case studiesFor older age groups a range of case study cards was developed. These informal Q&A interviews helped pupils to understand the full range of jobs opportunities available at the airport, across all departments including airport operations, customer service, marketing, aviation development and cargo.

They provided real-life insight into individual education and career pathways and what it’s like to work at the airport.

The case studies also formed a vital part of the school’s presentations where members of the team were on hand to talk more about their job role and their education path after leaving school.

—Pupils at Tickhill Estfeld Primary School

—Staff case study cards


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Consultation events with wider groupsVarious other forms of communication were employed during the consultation. These are summarised below:

Tour de YorkshireBetween Thursday 3 May and Sunday 6 May 2018, members of the team were present at the Tour de Yorkshire. The purpose of attending the event was to publicise details of the draft masterplan to a wider audience.

At the event information leaflets were distributed which included a link to the dedicated page on the airport’s website.

Airport passengers and staffBetween Monday 7 May and Thursday 31 May 2018 information was on display in the terminal building for airport passengers and staff to view.

This included an advert on flight information screens, information leaflets and copies of the full draft masterplan available to view in the Premium Lounge.

Information emailsTwo emails were sent to the airport’s customer database, which includes leisure, business passengers and stakeholders.

The emails had a high level of engagement, the open and click rates are detailed below:

Masterplan launch emailOverview of the masterplan document, consultation process and feedback channels.

Masterplan reminder emailReminder about the airport masterplan and the last date to submit online responses.

Open rate:Click rate:

Open rate:Click rate:

20.3%17.49%

21.91%18.04%

Wednesday 21 March 2018

Thursday 17 May 2018

Send date:

Send date:

—DSA team with supporters at Tour de Yorkshire

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Dedicated masterplan webpageAs part of the consultation process, the airport website had a page dedicated to the masterplan proposals.

The page provided:

– Links to the draft masterplan document and a summary leaflet

– A link to the online feedback form

– Details on what the masterplan is and the reasons why it was published for public consultation

– Reasons for taking part in the consultation process

– Feedback channels

– Details of the drop-in sessions

– An online questionnaire

During the consultation period the dedicated masterplan page received 11,433 views by 9,873 unique visitors.

Feedback channelsTo ensure residents and stakeholders had an opportunity to provide feedback, a number of dedicated feedback channels were live during the consultation period.

These included:

A questionnaire available to complete online at: flydsa.co.uk/masterplan.This questionnaire was made available to use by the public at drop-in sessions and other events.

A Freepost address – Masterplan Consultation, Doncaster Sheffield Airport Limited, Heyford House, First Avenue, Doncaster DN9 3RH.

A contact email address – [email protected]


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Summary of feedback

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Summary of feedbackThis section of the report sets out a summary of the feedback received during the consultation period.

All feedback received has been recorded and analysed.

The following responses were recorded during the consultation:

– 1,605 online questionnaires

– 9 emails

– 18 responses from identified stakeholders

– 3 responses from airlines

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3 Summary of feedback

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Demographics

The first question asked respondents to state their relationship with the airport.

Question 1

Local resident

Business/occupier

Airport user

Other

10

52

132

483

655

270

1%

3%

8%

30%

41%

17%

Under 18

18-25

26-35

36-55

55-70

70+

Age

This question asked respondents to confirm their age. This provided an insight into the demographics of those responding to the consultation.

Of the 1,602 respondents to this question:

47%

30%

8%

46%

41%

17%

5%

1% 3%

2%

751

743

75

31

47%

46%

5%

2%


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76+20+2+1+1+p

1,083

423

74

10

15

1,218

331

35

11

10

67%

26%

5%

1%

1%

76%

20%

2%

1%

1%

Question 2:I support the Airport’s vision and objectives as set out in the draft Masterplan

The second question was asked to determine the level of support for the vision and objectives set out in the draft masterplan.

Question 3:I agree that the Airport plays an important role in the local economy and the draft Master Plan will help to strengthen its role in the Yorkshire and The Humber, North Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire and North Derbyshire

The third question was asked to determine the views of respondents with regard to the role the airport plays in the local economy and on the extent to which the draft masterplan will help to strengthen this role.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

67%

76%

26%

20%

5%

2%

1%

1%

1%

1%

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81+16+2+0+1+p77+20+2+0+1+p

81%

16%

2% 1%

1,305

255

26

6

13

81%

16%

2%

0%

1%

Question 5:I support an expansion and improvement to the terminal building as passengers increase and to provide a high standard of customer experience

The fifth question asked respondents to what extent they support an expansion and improvement to the terminal building.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

1,240

320

29

3

13

77%

20%

2%

0%

1%

Question 4:I support the proposals to deliver new employment development within the Masterplan area of the Airport

The fourth question asked respondents to what extent they supported the proposals to deliver new employment with the masterplan area of the airport.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

77%

20%

2% 1%


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69+20+9+1+1+p69+23+6+1+1+p

1,110

325

147

13

10

69%

20%

9%

1%

1%

Question 7:I support the inclusion of a solar farm to produce renewable energy for the airport

The seventh question asked respondents to what extent they supported the inclusion of a solar farm to produce renewable energy for the airport.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

69%

20%

9%1% 1%

1,114

361

91

19

20

69%

23%

6%

1%

1%

Question 6:I support the creation of a new retail, hotel and leisure plaza including community facilities fully integrated with new housing and employment areas

The sixth question asked respondents to what extent to which they supported the creation of a new retail, hotel and leisure plaza, fully integrated with new housing and employment areas.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

69%

23%

6% 1% 1%

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71+21+6+1+1+pQuestion 9:Do you have any further comments with regards to the Master Plan proposals?

Space was provided on the final question for further comments with regards to the masterplan proposals.

For ease of analysis and reporting, all such comments have been analysed alongside comments received via email and letter.

These comments have been analysed in overarching themes. The graph illustrates the number of comments received per theme.

Access to destinations

Airport infrastructure

Airside development

Employment

Environmental impact

General support

Impact on residents

Other

Residential

Retail, hotel and leisure

Solar

Transport and connectivity

172

70

6

24

14

148

22

49

18

7

6

78

1,132

342

103

14

14

71%

21%

6%

1%

1%

Question 8:Do you support the safeguarding of land for potential rail connectivity into the site?

The eighth question asked respondents to extent to which they support the safeguarding of land for potential rail connectivity into the site.

Strongly agree

Agree

Undecided

Disagree

Strongly disagree

71%

21%

6% 1%1%


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Access to destinationsA number of respondents commented on the breadth of choice currently on offer at the airport. Many acknowledged the expanding number of destinations but asked if more airlines could be introduced to the airport to further widen the offer.

A larger range of destinations were requested by respondents including long haul flights to destinations such as the USA, Asia and Australia.

It was suggested by some respondents that they often have to travel to other airports in the region with their firm preference to fly locally whenever possible.

Airport infrastructureNew facilities with accompanying improvements to existing facilities within the terminal were widely welcomed.

Questions were raised by respondents related to a wider range of shops and outlets, the size of the immigration control area, additional parking facilities and on ensuring customer service levels stay the same as the airport expands

It was also suggested that a dedicated area for aircraft spotters would be welcomed.

Summary of commentsA summary of the comments received per theme is included below, in some cases accompanied by an initial airport response, which the airport will seek to expand on where necessary in the final report and masterplan to be published later this year:

DSA is continually working to add new routes and destinations, in the last three years it has added 24 destinations, including the region’s only long haul service which will fly to Sanford, Florida from May 2019 with TUI.

Feedback on the airport’s route network is very much welcomed by DSA and will be used as evidence in support of its route development activity with airlines.

Outstanding customer service and a positive airport experience is one of DSA’s core values and has been recognised externally by bodies such as Which? Magazine. The masterplan sets out how the terminal will expand as the airport grows to ensure customer service and the customer experience are not only maintained but enhanced.

The masterplan contains phased plans to add additional retail outlets to match the growth in passenger numbers. This is also the case for parking facilities including new premium products and expansion of the Meet & Greet parking service.

Mobility and accessibility for DSA have been rated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) as ‘very good’ the highest rating achieved by any UK airport. Nonetheless, the airport is planning to improve facilities for persons with reduced mobility.

INITIAL AIRPORT RESPONSE: INITIAL AIRPORT RESPONSE:

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Airside developmentThe economic benefits of airside development, including logistics and cargo facilities were broadly welcomed. Feedback also noted that the airport has the space that can be well utilised and that the development of the warehousing sector could be beneficial. It was recognised that Aero Centre Yorkshire would create much needed skilled jobs in the area.

There were some concerns expressed over the environmental impact and impact on the local highway network.

Environmental impactThe need to protect the natural beauty of the area was recognised and it was asked how much of an impact the proposals set out in the draft masterplan would have on air and water quality.

There was some concern from respondents that an expansion of the airport would lead to increased pollution from traffic and flights. It was recognised by respondents that providing a rail link to the airport would help reduce the number of car journeys to the airport.

A general question was raised whether charging points for electric vehicles would be used and if any further efforts will be made to make the airport as environmentally friendly as possible.

DSA has highlighted within the draft masterplan that the majority of developments proposed under the masterplan will be subject to the usual statutory planning application processes, during which appropriate environmental, noise, traffic and planning assessments will be required for consideration by the local planning authority.

DSA has highlighted within the draft masterplan that the majority of developments would be subject to full environmental, noise, traffic and planning assessments for consideration by the local planning authority.

The masterplan intends for provision of electric vehicle use for both customers and airport vehicles. An on-site solar farm is also included within the proposed development that would provide for the majority of the airport’s electrical requirements.



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Impact on residentsThere was some concern from residents living within close proximity of the airport, of the impact the proposals will have on them. Some residents questioned the level of noise and air pollution and asked if there will be any changes in flight paths

It was suggested that safeguarding measures should be put in place to protect residents from over development and that screening and other mitigating measures be used help keep disturbances to a minimum.

DSA operates within strict noise and pollution limits which it fully abides by and is held accountable to by an independent Noise Monitoring and Environmental Committee comprised of locally elected representatives and members of the local councils.

The airport is currently implementing the latest satellite technology as part of a UK wide airspace modernisation initiative which was publically consulted upon in 2017. The new technology will allow aircraft to operate with greater accuracy within their designated flight paths when departing from DSA. The routes have been designed to be similar to the current routes but improved, where possible, to reduce disruption to communities surrounding the airport.

The airport is committed to making all available efforts to mitigate impacts of future growth and development. The draft masterplan includes examples of mitigation activity against potential environmental considerations across a range of areas. Mitigation will also be a key consideration as part of the planning applications which will be necessary for the majority of the planned developments.

INITIAL AIRPORT RESPONSE:

Transport and connectivityA large number of respondents welcomed the possibility of a new rail connection direct to the airport. The opportunity for rail freight from the site was also recognised by respondents.

Respondents also commented on bus routes and the need for better bus provision to the airport which is not currently felt to be adequate enough by some respondents. Buses also need to be equipped with suitable space to store luggage.

There was also a suggestion that cycle and walking connections should be improved.

DSA welcomes the support for the proposed rail connection and station for which the masterplan safeguards land. The connection and station is still to be subject to a full feasibility, procurement and funding process and it would need to go through a rigorous planning process. As such it is not assumed by the masterplan as part of its forecasts and economic outputs.

Better bus provision for accessing the airport is identified within the airport’s surface access strategy with the airport committed to working with local partners to explore enhanced connectivity. Cycling and walking options for both passengers and airport staff to access the site is also identified within the strategy.


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ResidentialIt was recognised that new housing would be beneficial to the local economy.

Some concerns were raised from local residents that the infrastructure is not currently in place to support the new residents living in these homes. It was suggested that doctors and school places were limited.

It was asked if some of the housing could be either social or rental housing.

Retail, hotel and leisureIt was noted that new employment development would be a boost for the economy but the impact this would have on the surrounding highway network was questioned.

It was suggested that leisure facilities already exist locally and it was asked if more facilities could be introduced for young people.

The intended residential development will also include suitable provision for supporting community facilities, to avoid putting any extra pressure on current facilities in the local area. It is envisaged that the on-site retail and leisure complex will also provide space and options to locate services to support the new residential area. It must also be recognised that new housing will be developed in phases so that the required infrastructure and facilities can be delivered alongside.

Local evidence suggests that demand for housing in the area remains strong with 2,300 house transactions taking place within the last ten years in the villages immediately surrounding the airport - Austerfield, Auckley, Finningley, Blaxton, Branton, Bawtry. In the wider region including Bircotes, Harworth, Cantley, Bessecarr, Armthorpe, Thorne, Moorends and Tickhill, there were 10,200 housing transactions over the last 10 years.

DSA has highlighted within the draft masterplan that the majority of new developments would be subject to appropriate environmental, noise, traffic and planning assessments for consideration by the local planning authority.

The intended leisure developments are intended to meet expected demand from the existing and new residential and employment areas along with their potential to serve airport passengers. The airport will work closely with potential developers to, where possible, ensure a suitable balance of facilities for all types of users.



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SolarThe inclusion of solar panels to generate power was welcomed, but the impact these would have on flight safety was questioned together with how long the panels would last and the long-term impacts on the land the occupied.

The long term efficiency of the solar panels was also questioned, especially as technology develops over the years.

Air safety is paramount and the clean energy project will only go ahead once relevant safeguarding assessments have been undertaken to satisfy the stringent requirements that in turn will ensure no impact to safety. The solar installation is being undertaken by Peel Energy who over the past decade has successfully delivered over 350MW of installed renewable and low carbon energy capacity.

The fully-effective and efficient operational life of the project is anticipated to be up to 30 years during which time the efficiency of the panels will degrade by a very small percentage and this is already accounted for in the design. The condition of the land at decommissioning of the proposed project will be at least as good as it is now due to mitigation measures and maintenance procedures in accordance with our existing policies.


General supportThere was a large amount of support from respondents for the proposals set out within the draft masterplan and the benefits this would bring to the local and regional economy. Respondents recognised that the airport provides wider benefits to the local economy, in terms of jobs and tourism that wouldn’t be stimulated without the airport.

A large number of respondents welcomed the opportunity of new jobs and recognised that Doncaster Sheffield Airport has more opportunities in terms of space when compared with other local airports.

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OthersA number of responses received did not fit into the above categories. The airport will respond to these comments as fully as possible in the final masterplan.

Responses received from identified stakeholders

Comments received from identified stakeholders were generally positive, recognising the ambition set out by Doncaster Sheffield Airport in the draft masterplan. Doncaster Sheffield Airport will now fully review all comments.


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Next stepsDoncaster Sheffield Airport is delighted with the high volume of responses received to the consultation and is grateful to all those who took the time to attend the events and provide their feedback on the masterplan.

The vast majority of feedback received is positive and supportive of the masterplan. However, there were a number of concerns and questions raised in respect to specific aspects of the plan.

All of the feedback received will be considered carefully in finalising the masterplan.

The final masterplan will be published by the end of 2018, together with a final version of this consultation summary report, which where possible will include more detailed responses to comments and an overview of any changes made to the masterplan document.

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4 Next steps

Doncaster Sheffield Airport Masterplan 2018–2037Interim consultation summary reportPublished August 2018

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