Peter L R Hewitt

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[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Crisis readiness is built years before crisis arrives.

@airpowerassn World War 3.0: Lessons from 2030 is a timely warning on deterrence, resilience and national preparedness.

Read it here: https://t.co/tQpU7UGcIF

#Defence #NationalSecurity #Resilience

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Honoured to be appointed an Ambassador for @thenotforgotten at its Buckingham Palace Garden Party, hosted by HRH The Princess Royal.
The charity’s work supporting veterans & serving personnel facing injury, illness or isolation matters deeply.
Proud to help champion its mission.

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Join us today to explore:

🔸What to look out for in the upcoming Defence Investment Plan (DIP)

🔸How the NAD is evolving to support SMEs

🔸Key announcements relevant to smaller businesses

🔸How this aligns with priorities outlined in the SDR

https://t.co/FmPxab7c3I

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Great evening at @TheCityUK Annual Dinner last week.

Enjoyed hearing from Rt Hon @DavidLammy MP and conversation with @LucyRigby KC MP and Omar Ali (Chair, TheCityUK).

A pleasure to sit next to @_CallumAnderson MP. Mood was confident and upbeat.

#FinancialServices #UKEconomy

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Last night I joined #WoburnPartners supporting @efoody
Great to meet MPs @wesstreeting @bphillipsonMP @alexnorrismp @JoeMorrisMP & discuss the work at @ScamptonHolding @UDSS_Official & the opportunity to export UK expertise to allied nations.

#Defence #NationalSecurity

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Fresh momentum at RAF Scampton. We shared updated proposals with @WestLindseyDC this week. Encouraging support for a heritage-led vision that protects Scampton’s story while delivering jobs, skills and long-term value for Lincolnshire and the UK.
https://t.co/yejcY5GnOU

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Defence can’t be left to governments alone, #privatecapital has a real role in #Europe’s security.

My new blog unpacks:
• The investor implications of the UK SDR
• The gap between ambition and budgets
• How to engage responsibly in #defence
https://t.co/YZpRdzOlqr

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Good to be back at the former RAF Scampton!

[Scampton Holdings Limited @ScamptonHolding]

On site at former RAF Scampton last week with Lincoln MP @HFalconerMP, board colleagues, and architect Chris Perkins (CBP). Productive meetings with prospective occupiers as we advance the plan—heritage, jobs & investment at the core. #RAFScampton #Regeneration #Lincolnshire

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

@UDSS_Official @ChathamHouse A powerful piece from Richard highlighting why UK defence needs bold reform. Incremental change won’t cut it. Partnerships between government, industry & allies are essential to deliver credible deterrence in a rapidly changing world. #Defence #SDR #Ukraine

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Great to be back at #Scampton with @andreajenkyns , Jackie Brockway, and Tom Lear. The new economic analysis shows the project could deliver £12.5m per month to Lincs & the UK over 15 years. With plans for a migrant site now dropped, we’re ready to get to work. #SaveOurScampton

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

@ScamptonHolding RAF Scampton deserves a future worthy of its heritage. The site has the potential to drive innovation, skills & economic growth for Lincolnshire and the UK. What’s needed now is clarity & commitment from government. #Scampton #Lincolnshire #Defence

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Next week I’ll be at #DSEI2025 with colleagues from @UDSS_Official

Looking forward to meeting gov, industry & international partners to discuss defence transformation, investment, security, PME & capability development.

📩 Email [email protected] to book a meeting.

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

@ScamptonHolding release independent report showing RAF #Scampton could deliver £2.1 bn to UK economy & create 3.6k+ jobs.
Once-in-a-generation opp to build a national hub for aerospace #defence & innovation.
We cannot afford to waste it.
📩 [email protected]
@WestLindseyDC

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

A fantastic event from @UDSS_Official with speeches from the Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood who provided analysis on how U.S. political shifts could impact UK defence strategy & NATO's future direction, while Phil Osborn CBE underscored the vital role of technology in modern defence.

[Universal Defence and Security Solutions (UDSS) @UDSS_Official]

@UDSS_Official hosted foreign def & mil attachés to the UK, for “Defence Modernisation: Strategic Impetus & Technological Opportunity” at the HAC. Speeches from @Tobias_Ellwood & Phil Osborn sparked dialogue about the current & future state of #defence
https://t.co/Ttdnc9wTWO

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

A pleasure to attend @TheCityUK dinner last night. Ruth Sutherland, Group Business Editor @DailyMailUK led a thought-provoking discussion "The City is Not Just the Square Mile", highlighting the far-reaching impact of financial services beyond London’s core.
#FinancialServices

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

I am delighted to welcome the Rt Hon Tobias Ellwood to @UDSS_Official as a strategic advisor.
His experience & strategic vision will be invaluable as UDSS continues to support our clients in navigating the complex & evolving #defence & security landscape.

Welcome aboard, Tobias!

[Universal Defence and Security Solutions (UDSS) @UDSS_Official]

@UDSS_Official announces Rt Hon @Tobias_Ellwood, a former Minister in the Foreign Office, subsequently in @DefenceHQ & Chair of the Defence Select Committee as a strategic advisor.

Read more: https://t.co/Kwy2p2QwIb

#defenceindustry #defencestrategy #securityindustry

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

The delay in transferring #RAFScampton from @ukhomeoffice is causing concern for the community & us as developers @ScamptonHolding. We are eager to collaborate with stakeholders to advance this project & urge the government to expedite the process. #Lincolnshire #SaveOurScampton

[Sir Edward Leigh MP @EdwardLeighGB]

West Lindsey worked hard to secure a full regeneration package – with working runway, spaceport, and heritage centre – for RAF Scampton, with £300 million in private investment.

I urge the Government to move quickly so we can unleash the site's full potential.

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Good to see @EdwardLeighGB keeping #Scampton alive in Parliament. @ukhomeoffice needs to accelerate the disposal to @WestLindseyDC so @ScamptonHolding can progress a project vital for the economy of central Lincs. Let’s not waste any more time!

[Sir Edward Leigh MP @EdwardLeighGB]

Scampton has played a historic role in the history of the RAF and our air defence.

I hope the MOD will work with the Home Office to ensure its runways continue in operation for its future redevelopment.

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

A pleasure to meet His Excellency, Turkish Ambassador O. Koray Ertas, at @TheCityUK networking event in collab with @aerl_org in London.
Thanks to the Ambassador for kindly hosting; a valuable opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions & strengthen ties.
@TC_LondraBE #AERL

[Peter L R Hewitt @peterlrh]

Fantastic news @ScamptonHolding We look forward to concluding our contract with @WestLindseyDC & moving into a period where we can work with investors & the local community to achieve something very special in the defence, air & space sector for Lincs
https://t.co/1YXhJUI2o3