§ 34. Mr. Frank Allaunasked the Secretary of State for Defence what is the estimated expenditure in the years 1978–79 and 1979–80 on the research and development in Great Britain on components for a medium-range missile similar to the cruise missile.
§ Mr. MulleyNo development of a cruise missile or its components is taking place. The present contracts are for research studies of cruise missile technology. They will be completed during 1978, and the cost falling in the financial year 1978–79 is expected to be about £120,000.