HC Deb 15 June 1976 vol 913 c101W
Mr. Newens

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if the security arrangements made to safeguard Polaris missile nuclear warheads during transit between nuclear establishments and Polaris submarine bases have been strengthened in recent years.

Mr. Mason

Arrangements for nucleat weapon security during transit are kept under continuing review and are revised as necessary.

Mr. Newens

asked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is satisfied that the security arrangements made to safeguard Polaris missile nuclear warheads during transit between nuclear establishments and Polaris submarine bases are adequate; and when these were last reviewed.

Mr. Mason

I am fully satisfied with the existing arrangements, which are kept under continuing review.

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