Luke Pollard

I have seen in person the exceptional work that the aircrews do at RAF Lossiemouth. We have based a number of critical assets there, and I can reassure the hon. Gentleman that we take security there v

I can confirm that Ministers have been discussing the security arrangements—that includes the Minister for the Armed Forces, who takes the lead on operational security, me as lead on industrial securi

I thank the right hon. Gentleman for raising that really important topic. We must take all threats seriously. I know that was the case in the recent incidents involving the flights, and I am certain i

I was in Northern Ireland only last week, talking about the industrial opportunities of a growing defence budget that are creating good jobs there. The £750 million that we have set out in the DIP for

The right hon. Gentleman is exactly right. RIAT is not just a showcase of the very best in aeronautical engineering from the United Kingdom and our allies but an opportunity to raise good money for RA

Harrogate plays an important role for our armed forces, and the hon. Member will know what good work takes place there. I am happy to arrange a meeting with the Minister for Veterans and People to dis