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.

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!

Robert Courts MP

Robert said: "Pleased to listen to an important statement from the Defence Secretary on the Modernising Defence Programme. This is a crucial plan to further strengthen UK Defence and maintain our position as world-leading Armed Forces.

Robert spoke in the House of Commons debate to mark the 100 year anniversary of the Royal Air Force, championing the importance of RAF Brize Norton and paying tribute to all those who have served and continue to serve in the RAF.

Robert said: "It is always a humbling honour to lay a wreath as the Member of Parliament for the Witney constituency every Remembrance Sunday.

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