Prime Minister Faces Tough Questions Over Leonardo Helicopter Contract at PMQs Wednesday, January 21, 2026 leonardo helicopters defence yeovil pmqs investment manufacturing ukpolitics jobs government During today’s Prime Minister’s Questions (PMQs), Sir Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, confronted the Prime Minister in a robust exchange regarding the future of Leonardo’s helicopter manufacturing plant in Yeovil. … Read More
Prime Minister Faces Fiery Clash Over Future of Leonardo Helicopter Factory Wednesday, January 21, 2026 leonardo yeovil defence helicopters pmqs investment manufacturing ukgovernment sireddavey ministryofdefence During Prime Minister’s Questions on January 21, Sir Ed Davey, leader of the Liberal Democrats, challenged the Prime Minister over the future of Leonardo’s helicopter factory in Yeovil. He called for swift government … Read More
'Devastating' - Yeovil Residents React to Potential Closure of Leonardo Helicopter Factory Thursday, January 15, 2026 leonardo yeovil helicopters manufacturing jobs economy closure ukgovernment defence community As you step off the train at Yeovil Pen Mill, a welcoming sign greets visitors: “Welcome to the home of British helicopters.” Soon, however, that sign might disappear. Leonardo, the renowned Italian defense … Read More
Thousands of Local Jobs at Risk as Leonardo’s Yeovil Helicopter Factory Faces Closure Without Government Support Monday, January 12, 2026 leonardo yeovil helicopters defence jobs government mod contract manufacturing union Thousands of jobs in Yeovil hang in the balance amid growing concerns that Britain’s last major helicopter manufacturing plant could close its doors. Leonardo, the Italian defence contractor operating the historic Westland … Read More
Dalek Invasion Returns as Helicopter Museum Hosts Out-of-This-World Spectacle Saturday, May 24, 2025 dalek doctorwho scifi helicopters weston-super-mare exhibition costumes tardis animation charity This June, the Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare will be transformed into a thrilling sci-fi playground for Doctor Who fans of all ages. On Sunday, June 15, the highly anticipated Dalek Invasion event returns, bringing … Read More
Leonardo Secures £165m UK Defence Deal, Sustains 200 Jobs Tuesday, April 1, 2025 leonardo defence uk government contract jobs economy national security helicopters supply chain A £165 million contract has been awarded to Leonardo to maintain the Royal Navy’s fleet of Merlin helicopters, bolstering national security and stimulating economic growth in the UK. The deal will sustain 200 jobs at … Read More