Community matters to BAA Edinburgh. We have a strong commitment to the communities around our airport and aim to address issues of prime local concern.

In response to local requests, the airport established a freephone 24 hour telephone line for residents to raise concerns about noise. This was followed with the introduction of noise fining, whereby aircraft that break stated noise thresholds are fined depending on the level of infringement. In 2009 we launched a consultation on a Noise Insulation Scheme for those properties most affected by noise and we started insulating homes in 2010.

Noise Insulation Scheme

A regular community newsletter is sent to over 15,000 of the airport's closest neighbours. This aims to keep local residents up to date with developments at the airport and responds to local concerns. The airport also holds regular public information drop in sessions, where local residents can learn more about the future plans of the airport and have their questions answered.

Edinburgh Airport Community Newsletter

Edinburgh Airport operates a Community Fund, which was established in 2006. This fund aims to help projects and good causes local to the airport covering education, the environment and sport. The Fund is administered by the Community Forum, a group made up of airport staff and community representatives.

In 2009, Edinburgh Airport donated just over £70,000 to a number of  local charities and organisations.

If you would like to apply for funding, please complete our application form and send it by post or email to:

Victoria Colling
Corporate Responsibility Manager
Edinburgh Airport
EH12 9DN
victoria_colling@baa.com

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