Airport closed overnight due to 'runway issue'

An airport spokesperson says staff are working to resolve the disruption as soon as possible

Leeds Bradford Airport has been closed overnight due to an "unforeseen issue with the runway".

The closure has affected arrivals and departures at the site, with passengers advised to check flight information with their airlines.

A spokesperson for the airport said staff were working to resolve the disruption "as soon as possible".

They added: "The safety and comfort of the passengers travelling through our terminal is our number one priority. Our team is on the ground in the terminal to answer any customer queries regarding departures."

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