I think the decision stinks. Welsh Assembly elections coming up and a Labour heartland???
As regards the future. With all the furore of expanding Halfpenny Green (known as Wolverhampton Business Airport) for commercial routes by the Yokels, I think Cosford would be an excellent alternative. Close Rail/Motorway links (not single track roads like halfpenny!!) and far more room to expand commercial flight infrastructure. Now I know I watched some big bloody birds land there for the museum in the past, but would the runway be long enough for things like 737’s and the smaller Airbuses to take off? Only problem would be the family missing the flight to Malaga while I’m engrossed in the museum!!!! 😉