§ Mr. LidingtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has for new building works at RAF High Wycombe. [58691]
§ Mr. SpellarA Framework Development Plan was presented to Wycombe District Council earlier this year, outlining key proposals for future development of the RAF High Wycombe site.
There are two main proposals: first, to replace the site reception and RAF Police Flight Portakabin-style facilities with a permanent building; secondly, to replace two other buildings, used by Headquarters Strike Command, which are over 25 years old and nearing the end of their useful and economic life. The new buildings would provide modem facilities that meet current statutory legislation and provide suitable long-term office accommodation for staff. The proposals would address Wycombe District Council's concern over temporary buildings, the visual impact of the proposed developments when viewed from outside the site, and for landscape improvements, such as tree planting, on the RAF High Wycombe site.
Planning permission has been sought from Wycombe District Council for the reception/RAF Police Flight facilities. It is intended to present Outline Planning Permission application for replacing the HQ Strike Command buildings in the near future.