Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will publish the evidential basis that the re-painting of RAF Voyager in the colours of the Union Jack will (a) boost international trade and (b) improve diplomatic relations; and if he will make a statement.

The VIP Voyager aircraft is already used to fly senior Government Ministers and members of the Royal Family on official business. The new livery better reflects this prestigious task and supports the UK's prosperity agenda, promoting Global Britain the world over when used for international trade and diplomatic missions.