Blackpool Airport to close

Blackpool Airport is set to shut next week after its owners failed to find a buyer.

Over 100 staff at the airport, including fire fighters, security, air traffic controllers and administrative staff, are set to lose their jobs.

"While the sales process announced at the end of August was a final attempt to secure the future of the airport, the airport's management had spent many months prior to this announcement approaching organisations with a potential interest in the airport in an attempt to find a buyer.

Unite, Britain’s biggest union, has asked for a rethink on the decision.

“The loss of 120 jobs in Blackpool will have a huge impact on local communities. It is a major blow to the town, which is already struggling with high unemployment, and a shortage of skilled or well-paid work. “Our main priority now is to work with local agencies to ensure that our members receive as much support as possible during this difficult time.”