Championing Defence Jobs for The Wrekin

Mark Pritchard Defence

Conservatives are strong on defence.  The last Conservative Government proved this locally by its ongoing investment into local defence jobs and multiple Ministerial visits to defence sites in The Wrekin.

Under Labour, RAF Cosford was threatened with closure.  Under the Conservatives, it went from strength to strength.

Shropshire is rightly proud of its many brave veterans, civilian defence staff, and those who currently serve.

I work closely with local defence manufacturers RBSL/BAE in Hadley and Babcock in Donnington - protecting defence jobs and boosting local defence manufacturing and apprenticeships.

Labour are weak on defence.  Conservatives want to spend 2.5% of GDP on defence.  This is great news for Shropshire’s military bases and for our growing local defence sector.  In a dangerous world, the UK needs strong defence.

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Mark Opens New UPS Facility in Hadley Park & Welcomes New Local Jobs

On Friday 31 March, Mark opened the new 6,500 square foot UPS sorting and packaging centre in Hadley Park. A total of 24 jobs will be created at the site, offering flexible part-time and full-time opportunities. Commenting, Mark said: "I am delighted that UPS has chosen Hadley Park as the locatio

Mark Breaks Ground on New Tank Test Site in Hadley

Today, Mark was delighted to perform the ground-breaking ceremony as work begins on multimillion pound Hadley test site for the Challenger 3 tank, which will be the most lethal tank in NATO when it enters into service. Following the visit, Mark said, "Thank you to the superb staff at RBSL.

Mark Pritchard Calls for Support for Shropshire Farmers

Agriculture and farming are vital to Shropshire's economy. Whether we leave the EU with or without a deal, the Government has guaranteed that Shropshire farmers will continue to receive the same funding as they currently do. Mark supports local farmers and wants to make sure that Shropsh

Mark Backs Campaign for Vineyard Tax Relief

Mark had given his support to a new campaign to give tax relief to small vineyards in Shropshire and across the UK. The Conservative Party's support for microbreweries means there is a growing variety of British beers in pubs and bars, but Mark believes that the Government should give a b