ECONOMIC GROWTH

Balancing growth with environmental responsibility in Cornwall

How does a council manage to keep an airport in business despite a global economic crisis? It makes it double up as a spaceport, says Tracie Langley.

Cornwall Council owns an airport with a fascinating military history. It is now a fully operational regional airport and an important part of the Cornwall transport infrastructure.

Cornwall is a long way down the A30, and while our trains and roads are much improved, the ability to get to Cornwall quickly from other UK regional centres is a vital part of our growth strategy.

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