Following the recent announcement by the Ministry of Defence regarding the proposed future development of RAF Molesworth, Shailesh Vara MP said:

“ We need more local housing and if the proposals put forward by the Ministry of Defence for RAF Molesworth proceed then they would certainly help to meet that demand. Given the location of RAF Molesworth, it is important that any proposals ensure that there is the proper infrastructure to accompany any development.

I will be working closely with Cllrs Jim White and Jason Ablewhite from Huntingdonshire District Council to ensure that once the US Air Force leave the site, we work with the Ministry of Defence to secure the best possible outcome.

I have already had a meeting with Defence Minister, Mark Lancaster MP, and he has agreed to meet again with me and members of the local community to discuss ways of working together as we move forwards.”