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HANSARD Cairncross ReviewCodes and reviews are all very well, but we are being weak with these American tech giants, and I think they are taking us for fools. They are a monopolistic, anti-competitive…12 Feb 2019HANSARD RAF Scampton and the Red ArrowsI beg to move, That this House has considered the closure of RAF Scampton and the location of the Red Arrows. There are strong historical, social, economic and human factors at…05 Feb 2019HANSARD RAF Scampton and the Red ArrowsObviously, we have to hear from the Minister about land values and regeneration, which is an important part of the debate. In all our dealings with defence, we must learn that we…05 Feb 2019HANSARD RAF Scampton and the Red ArrowsThat is an absolutely essential point. The decision, although signed off by Ministers, is really taken by air marshals, avionics experts and all the rest of it. Scampton is unique…05 Feb 2019HANSARD RAF Scampton and the Red ArrowsAs always, the hon. Gentleman makes a very valuable point. I entirely agree with him. Let me mention Hawker Hunter Aviation. Its land and buildings are privately owned, but it…05 Feb 2019 Bills sponsored (3)