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Debate between Kevin Hollinrake and Jeremy Quin
Monday 15th November 2021

(3 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Kevin Hollinrake Portrait Kevin Hollinrake (Thirsk and Malton) (Con)
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T3. Will the Minister provide some clarity on the future of the RAF Linton-on-Ouse base? As well as having played an important role in defence of the realm, it is a key part of the local economy, yet local residents are still unclear about its future and the MOD’s plans for its disposal. Some months after a previous request for information, we are still at a loss.

Jeremy Quin Portrait The Minister for Defence Procurement (Jeremy Quin)
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I assure my hon. Friend that, as he is aware, there is no longer a military requirement for RAF Linton-on-Ouse. The timing of the site’s disposal is under active consideration. There will be an announcement and I will write to him as soon as it is made. I expect to do so shortly.