MP Meets BAE Woodford Workers To Discuss Nimrod Contract - 16/01/2009 |
 Paul Goggins, the MP for Wythenshawe and Sale East, today met workers from BAE Woodford to listen to their concerns about the future of the current work programme.
BAE Woodford currently has a contract to deliver 9 MRA4 planes, with the Government having the option to purchase 3 more. These planes will provide essential support to the British armed forces in Afghanistan.
Paul Goggins said: “BAE Woodford employs a workforce around 800, plus 400 subcontractors, many of whom live in my constituency. Woodford is set to close when the current contract is completed, but there are real possibilities that the work programme could be extended, which would be very good news – especially at this difficult times.
“I know that these workers are concerned about the future of their jobs but there are real opportunities that could be taken up. The RAF has an option available to purchase an extra 3 planes, with more on offer if an agreement can be reached.
“I will be contacting Quentin Davies, the Minister for Defence Equipment and Support, to raise these issues with him. It is vital that we do all we can to support local jobs.”
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