HC Deb 14 June 1961 vol 642 c413
19. Mr. Cronin

asked the Minister of Defence what recent discussions he has had with the United States Government concerning the future of the Ballistic Missile Early Warning Station at Fylingdales.

Mr. Watkinson

I have had no such discussions.

Mr. Cronin

Although the future of these early warning stations is in some doubt with the advent of the missile-carrying submarine, does he appreciate that they are of immediate great importance to the defence of the Western world? Will he take all possible steps to settle these frequent distressing labour troubles and hasten their construction?

Mr. Watkinson

I agree. I understand that the construction at the moment is going reasonably well and I certainly hope it will continue. I agree entirely with the hon. Gentleman. These are absolutely vital to the defence of the Western world.

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