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11:16 GMT, Thursday, 23 October 2008 12:16 UK

In Pictures: Airport's vision for the future

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Bristol International Airport is hoping to nearly double the size of its site at Lulsgate.

Image of proposed terminal

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Airport bosses said demand for air travel to and from the South West was forecast to grow.

Image of proposed terminal

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The expanded terminal is expected to handle 10 million passengers a year by 2016.

Image of proposed forecourt

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Campaigners are concerned the expansion will increase noise, pollution and traffic congestion.

View of proposed terminal from the west

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A full planning application is due to be submitted to North Somerset Council after the New Year.

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