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Storm-damaged Guernsey Airport roof repairs estimated to cost £6.1m
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The States' Trading Supervisory Board in Guernsey has requested up to £6.1m in funding from the Policy and Resources Committee to repair the storm-damaged roof of Guernsey Airport. The roof suffered significant damage during high winds, including Storm Ciarán in November 2023, which dislodged panels onto the airside apron. If approved, the extensive structural repairs could take up to 18 months to complete.
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- Guernsey Airport faces an estimated £6.1m repair bill for its storm-damaged terminal roof.
- Storm Ciarán in November 2023 dislodged several roof panels that fell onto the airside apron.
- Scaffolding was erected as a safety measure and to allow for a detailed inspection of the roof.
- The States' Trading Supervisory Board has asked the Policy and Resources Committee to approve the project funding.
- Extensive structural repairs are expected to take up to 18 months once contractors are appointed via a tender process.