RECENTLY, Flt Lt Jamie Norris gave Air Festival patrons an explanation about the phenomenal firepower of his jet.

On Thursday, the same day that MPs voted against taking military action against Syria, six of the jets were sent to Cyprus as a “defensive counter” in case Assad decides to launch missiles at British bases there - not very likely.

The Typhoons won’t be used in anger unless the political mood changes.

In the meantime, perhaps politicians and the international community might try to outline even the shred of an idea to stop the heartbreaking daily atrocities particularly against children.