Bristol Airport to open new departure lounge

A new departure lounge is due to be opened at Bristol Airport - a key part of plans to boost passenger numbers from six million to 10 million a year.

Part of the extended terminal building, due to fully open in July, it is part of efforts to reduce congestion.

The £8m extension includes a rooftop terrace, from which passengers can watch planes take off while they eat.

The airport currently handles 6.3 million passengers a year but has planning approval to expand to 10 million a year.