Delay could mean re-tendering project and pushing up cost

A DELAY in deciding whether to go for Public Services' preferred airport development option could mean the department would have to re-tender.

Airport director Colin Le Ray was commenting after minister Deputy Bernard Flouquet said further delays on deciding on work at the airport would cost millions.

PSD looks set to face opposition from those who want to see Emas - an arrester bed system - used instead.

However, Mr Le Ray said Public Services wanted its preferred option, which was the lowest cost solution with the best improvement in safety, to move forward.

• Read the full story in the Guernsey Press. See below for subscription details.