Witney MP Robert Courts has joined forces with 150 Tory MPs and peers who are demanding action to halt plans to investigate Northern Ireland veterans.

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Robert said: "It was great to see Care After Combat in Parliament today and to catch up with their amazing work supporting veterans with alcohol & substance misuse problems - and reducing the numbers of re-offending veterans in the criminal justice system."

Robert has joined forces with 150 Conservative MPs and peers who have written to the Prime Minister demanding that the plans to investigate Northern Ireland veterans come to a halt.

Robert this week hosted an event in Parliament to raise awareness of the fantastic John Egging Trust.

Robert said, "Representing the largest airbase in the UK, home to a quarter of our air force, I decided to take part in the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme, focusing on the RAF.  RAF Brize Norton plays such an important role not just in the daily lives of many residents, but also as a key part

Robert, "I was pleased to join families at the RAF Brize Norton Families Club for their annual summer festival. This is such an important community hub for forces service families and I enjoyed the chance to chat!"

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

Robert said, "I briefly worked in New Zealand, so I am very conscious of the ties between our two countries. Although NATO is the cornerstone of our defence, will the Secretary of State comment on the importance of the wider military alliance?"

Robert said, "In this centenary year of the RAF, will my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State join me in celebrating its extraordinary achievements and encourage as many people as possible to see the exhibition at Horse Guards and the fly-past tomorrow?"

Robert presses for improved quality of service housing and more affordable housing at RAF Brize Norton