The Chief Minister has praised the investment in the Island’s first airport hotel.

Tony Brown officially opened the 34 bedroom Sefton Express, situated opposite Ronaldsway Airport and part of the Sefton Group.

There are already proposals to extend it to 60 bedrooms, and add a restaurant, conference room and fitness facilities.

In his speech, Mr Brown reflected on how the tourist industry could benefit from the development (audio file attached):

(Pictures, left to right: Mr Brown is greeted by Graham Ferguson Lacey of the Sefton Group; Chief Minister, Tony Brown; and Mr Brown unveils the commemorative plaque as Mr Ferguson Lacey looks on).