THE MP for Hove has added his support to Gatwick’s campaign for a second runway.

Mike Weatherley also urged people interested in airport expansion to take part in the Airports Commission’s consultation before Tuesday, February 3.

His comments go against MPs whose constituencies are more directly affected.

Mr Weatherley said: “Gatwick’s plan is best for the UK, the region and the local community – it will deliver the economic growth and benefits we need while affecting far fewer people.

The aviation industry has benefited from more competition since the break-up of BAA and expanding Gatwick will only serve to deliver more for the passenger.

“The key is that Gatwick can actually happen – Heathrow has put up plan after plan for expansion but none have got off the ground. Gatwick is do-able so let us get on and do it.”

Councillor Graham Cox, Conservative prospective parliamentary candidate for Hove, has also backed the bid.