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Creating a Combat Air Strategy

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I have long argued for and pressed the Government to take a strategic look at the UK's future air capability.  It is important that we adopt a long-term, strategic vision that unites military and industry needs.  This will provide not only better value for money for the tax payer, but also more certainty both for military personnel and those who work for the companies who build the aircraft.

The Government has now announced that it is committed to introducing a Combat Air Strategy - this is extremely welcome news.  My focus now therefore turns to shaping the detail of the strategy.  I will work with colleagues and relevant experts to examine the defence aviation landscape and look at how we can evolve our air capabilities to meet the challenges of the future.

I will update you on my progress below and I am excited about the possibilities this will bring.

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Conservative Environment Network’s Sustainable Aviation Manifesto

Friday, 17 February, 2023

I was delighted to sign the Conservative Environment Network’s sustainable aviation manifesto recently.

This contains 4 ambitious, conservative policies to cut emissions and keep people flying.

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Robert Welcomes Minister for Defence Procurement to RAF Brize Norton

Thursday, 23 January, 2020

Robert said: "Great to welcome the Minister for Defence Procurement, James Heappey, to West Oxfordshire’s RAF Brize Norton today.

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Robert Welcomes Italy Joining Team Tempest

Wednesday, 11 September, 2019

Italy will join the British-led Team Tempest programme building an advanced fighter jet, boosting the project's chances of getting the aircraft off the ground.

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Robert Attends Parliamentary Event Highlighting Value of Aerospace to West Oxfordshire

Thursday, 13 June, 2019

Robert has attended an event organised by ADS and the Aerospace Growth Partnership at the House of Commons to highlight the value of the UK aerospace to national prosperity through supporting local jobs and skills.

The Prime Minister Joins Robert in Paying Tribute to the RAF's Tornado Jet

Wednesday, 13 February, 2019

During Prime Minister’s Questions on Wednesday (13.02.19) Witney MP, Robert Courts, asked the Prime Minister to join him in paying tribute to the RAF’s Tornado jet, which is due to retire from service next month, as well as the crews who have worked with it over the years.

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Robert Attends Team Tempest Parliamentary Briefing

Tuesday, 5 February, 2019

Robert has attended a briefing session with representatives from Team Tempest (comprising BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, Leonardo and MBDA) to receive an update on the programme and the progress of the Combat Air Strategy.

Robert's 2018 Highlights in 60 Seconds

Tuesday, 1 January, 2019

2018 was a very busy year indeed with much to celebrate both locally and nationally. Here are just some of my highlights from last year - in 60 seconds!

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Ministry of Defence publishes Combat Air Strategy

Tuesday, 17 July, 2018

Robert has welcomed the Combat Air Strategy launched by the MoD this week.

Robert questions the Secretary of State about National Partnerships and the Modernising Defence Review

Monday, 23 April, 2018

Robert questioned the Secretary of State for Defence, Gavin Williamson, about the modernising defence review and pressing the case for the consideration of national partners to be included in this.

Read this debate in full here.

Combat Air Strategy question in Parliament

Monday, 5 March, 2018

Robert has been campaigning for a coordinated strategy for defence procurement, and so strongly welcomes the Government's announcement that it will be creating one.

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