SOUTHEND West MP Sir David Amess has pledged to challenge bosses over night flights at Southend Airport.

Sir David spoke out in a Commons adjournment debate about Southend city status - which he had called.

The MP was quick to praise the airport and neighbouring business park, which “will be excellent for regeneration”.

But he once again raised concerns over new cargo flights, believed to be part of a deal with Amazon.

He said: “I have to say that it does cause nuisance and upset among people, especially when the two Amazon flights take off at 2.30am and 4.30am.

"There is also a difference in noise levels between easyJet and Ryanair, and an issue with air quality.

"I want those matters changed.”