UFO remark 'to lighten mood' in airport safety debate
A Doncaster councillor said his UFO monitoring comment at a meeting was to lighten the mood while making a serious point about airport safety.
May 13, 2026
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Source: bbc.co.uk
A councillor in Doncaster has clarified that his comment about monitoring UFOs above an airport due to reopen was intended to 'lighten the mood' while making a 'serious point' about safety.
Reform UK's Kieran Lay made the remark during a City of Doncaster Council meeting about the overview and safety committee. He said the comment was meant to add some levity to discussions about airport security.
The airport, which has been closed for several years, is scheduled to reopen. Lay emphasized that his primary concern was ensuring proper safety measures are in place for the facility's operations.
Local media reported the exchange, noting that Lay's comment was not a serious proposal but a rhetorical device to draw attention to broader safety oversight needs.
β Frequently Asked Questions
What did Kieran Lay say about UFOs?
He suggested monitoring UFOs above Doncaster's airport during a council meeting, but later clarified it was to lighten the mood.
Why is Doncaster airport reopening?
The airport has been closed for several years and is scheduled to reopen, though specific reasons for reopening were not detailed in the article.
What was the serious point behind the UFO comment?
Lay said the comment was meant to highlight the need for proper safety oversight at the airport.
