Angus Robertson
Main Page: Angus Robertson (Scottish National Party - Moray)(13 years, 7 months ago)
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Mr Speaker
The hon. Gentleman has done so—doubtless to his own satisfaction and, possibly, to that of others.
Angus Robertson (Moray) (SNP)
On a point of order, Mr Speaker. The Prime Minister has assured the House that no decision has been taken on the future of RAF Lossiemouth. However, defence documents have been forwarded to me indicating that the Air Force top brass favours RAF Marham as the main future base for Tornado aircraft. Such a decision would decimate the Moray economy, cut armed forces numbers in Scotland by 25% and concentrate the RAF in the south of England. Given how important an issue this is for service families, for Moray and for the whole of Scotland, has the Ministry of Defence confirmed when an official announcement will be made in this House?
Mr Speaker
The short answer is no, but the hon. Gentleman has made his point with his usual force.