The company which hopes to bring new life to has warned that transformation plans are at a ‘critical moment’ and could be at risk. Scampton Holdings, which is working with , says in a new report that its plans could add £2billion to the economy in the long-term.

It has revealed that a major defence company is looking to base a final assembly drone production line at the site. There are also hopes that the former home of the could become a hub for AI and aerospace technology due to its 10,000 foot runway.

If plans are given the green light, an independent report produced by Focus Consultants says it would create up to 3,625 new jobs, provide a £65million boost to local tourism and bring £400m of benefits to the local area. The is currently putting the site on the open market, which the co

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