I always look forward to Defence Committee trips and this week was no exception. I was at Heathrow at midday to catch the afternoon BA flight to Rome. Our group consisted of eight MPs and two members of staff, Lucy and Ellie, both of whom are just superb. Two MPs had flown ahead, so the rest of us boarded our plane at about 1400 and off to Rome we flew. Having never been to Rome, I was much looking forward to seeing the sights, in addition to what I knew would be a most interesting visit. An uneventful flight to Rome where we were met by our Defence Attache and driven to our hotel. An early night for all of us after a fun supper. We are most fortunate to have a fun and well informed team who work very well together.