§ Mr. Viggersasked the Secretary of State for Defence what proposals he has to replace the United Kingdom's surface-to-air defence missile systems capable of operating against medium and high level attack.
§ Dr. GilbertCurrent United Kingdom SAM systems are planned to remain in service for a number of years. Studies with our NATO partners of possible replacement systems are still at a very early stage.
§ Mr. Viggersasked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is satisfied with the United Kingdom's present surface-to-air defence missile systems.
§ Dr. GilbertYes, although, as in every other question of military capability, we are constantly seeking improvements.