The airport has unveiled a £2bn plan which could more than double passenger numbers to 30 million.
The first stage of development, upgrading baggage systems and terminals, could start in 2027.
The judge said the cash-smuggling gang 'revelled in spending obscene amounts of money'.
The cannabis was found packed into 22 suitcases that had arrived from Thailand, investigators say.
Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for journeys due to the M42 closure from Friday.
Claire Howard has spent the day on the beaches of Benidorm and eating Italian food in Bergamo.
Birmingham Airport boss Nick Barton talks to the BBC to address passengers' anger over the problems.
The family say they can now enjoy their holiday after more than three days without their cases.
More holidaymakers share their frustration following Birmingham Airport baggage problems.
