Fairford20 Mar 2026Why are UK military bases being used in Iran conflict?The Prime Minister says the US can use British military bases for "limited defensive purpose".20 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Roads closed and screens put up around RAF baseThe base has been used to launch defensive US military strikes on Iran.17 Mar 202611 Mar 2026US bombers take off from RAF FairfordSir Keir Starmer granted the US permission to use the base for "defensive" action against Iran.11 Mar 202610 Mar 2026US military prepare explosive ordnance at UK air baseUS military personnel spotted preparing explosive ordnance at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire.10 Mar 20267 Mar 2026Anti-war protest at RAF base being used by USSeveral US bombers have now landed at the airbase in order to launch strikes at Iran.7 Mar 20262 Mar 2026RAF Fairford used in Iran conflict 'for defending'Will Stone, the MP for North Swindon, gives his reaction to the involvement of the West air base.2 Mar 20263 Feb 2026Airbases drone inquiry ends without any suspectsAn MoD Police probe into sightings at USAF bases in Norfolk, Suffolk and Gloucestershire concludes.3 Feb 202620 Sep 2025Homes given go-ahead after sewage concernsCotswold District Council granted approval for 98 homes to be built in Gloucestershire.20 Sep 20257 Sep 2025Nurse given prestigious title for care workA nurse manager receives the title of Queen's Nurse for her commitment to patient care.7 Sep 2025...