High Court battle after 'demolition of WWII hut' at south London airport
Briefly

A legal dispute has arisen between Biggin Hill Airport and Bromley Council regarding the demolition of a World War Two hut believed to be significant in aviation history. The council accused the airport of illegally demolishing the Dispersal Hut, which was reportedly used by pilots during the Battle of Britain. The airport claims it intended to restore the hut for display and aims to rebuild it using remnants of the original structure. Legal proceedings are ongoing in the High Court as both parties seek resolution.
The legal dispute escalated after Bromley Council accused Biggin Hill Airport of demolishing a historically significant World War Two hut, prompting legal action.
Bromley Council alleges the dismantling of the Dispersal Hut violated the airport's lease, while the airport plans to rebuild the hut using recovered materials.
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