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Birmingham Post
Birmingham Post
Business
David Laister

Peel Group postpones Doncaster Sheffield Airport announcement in nod to Queen - as consortium emerges

The result of the strategic review into the potential closure of Doncaster Sheffield Airport has been held back as a mark of respect to the Queen.

Owner Peel Group was due to present its conclusions on Friday following the shock announcement in July that revealed it “may no longer be commercially viable.” It threatens up to 800 jobs.

A credible consortium has emerged according to civic leaders in South Yorkshire, though Peel has yet to see evidence. It will now make the announcement on Monday, September 26.

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