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Typhoon Aircraft: Procurement

Asked by Mr Andrew SnowdenConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 14 July 2025UIN 65172

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will meet with representatives from Unite the Union at BAE Systems Warton to discuss the impact of not purchasing new Typhoon jets for use by the Royal Air Force.

Answered by Maria Eagle

The Secretary of State has met with the General Secretary of Unite the Union over the last three months to discuss a range of issues including this.

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