Supporting our Armed Forces

The armed forces are a key part of the identity of West Oxfordshire. RAF Brize Norton is the largest military air base in Europe and home to a third of the Royal Air Force, and those who live and work at the base contribute strongly to our community.

As the Vice Chair (RAF) for the Armed Forces APPG, and with a personal interest in the RAF, I am working hard in Parliament to speak up on behalf of our armed forces and helping to ensure that West Oxfordshire remains a military hub for years to come.

News

Robert Keeps Pressure on REEMA Redevelopment

Thursday, 28 February, 2019

During the Ministerial Statement on ‘A Better Defence Estate’ this week, Robert once again pressed the Minister on progressing the REEMA sites in Carterton.

Robert Leads Debate on Carrier Strike Strategy and its Contribution to UK Defence

Thursday, 28 February, 2019

This afternoon, Robert led a Westminster Hall debate on 'Carrier Strike Strategy and its Contribution to UK Defence'.

Robert Shows his Support for the British Legion

Thursday, 14 February, 2019

Robert has supported the Royal British Legion at an event in Parliament this week. The event gave MPs the chance to be briefed on work being carried out by the Legion in their constituencies.

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.

Robert Meets with Defence Minister to Push for REEMA Redevelopment

Friday, 8 February, 2019

Robert recently met with Defence Minister, Tobias Ellwood, alongside Leader of West Oxfordshire District Council (WODC), James Mills, to discuss the redevelopment of the REEMA sites in Carterton.

Pilot Web - APPG Seeks Extra Government Funding for Daks Over Normandy D-Day Flypast

Thursday, 7 February, 2019

Robert has joined fellow members of The All-Party Parliamentary Group for General Aviation (APPG-GA) to meet with the organisers of ‘Daks Over Normandy’, and to call for extra funding for their D-Day Flypast.

Read full coverage in Pilot Web magazine here.

Robert Contributes to Paper on Parliamentary Approval for Armed Forces Deployment

Tuesday, 5 February, 2019

Robert has co-authored a paper examining Parliamentary approval for the deployment of our Armed Forces. The paper, put together by the Society for Conservative Lawyers, argues that military deployments should be announced to the Commons as soon as possible to allow Parliament the opportunity to

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!

Robert Courts MP

Robert Praises the Contribution of RAF Reservists

Tuesday, 18 December, 2018

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.