HC Deb 19 December 1979 vol 976 cc277-8W
Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to introduce rocket-assisted projectiles for use by the Royal Artillery.

Mr. Hayhoe

Extended range projectiles, including rocket assisted rounds, are being evaluated for use with the Royal Artillery.

Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to acquire the GRFS rocket support system for the Royal Artillery.

Mr. Hayhoe

I assume that my hon. Friend is referring to the multiple launch rocket system (MLRS). A memorandum of understanding was recently signed with the United States, France and the Federal Republic of Germany aimed at the procurement of MLRS to provide fire support in depth.

Mr. Trotter

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has to acquire large guided projectiles for use by the guns of the Royal Artillery.

Mr. Hayhoe

I assume that my hon. Friend is referring to cannon launched guided projectiles (CLGP) fired from 155 mm. calibre guns. The United States Copperhead CLGP system is being evaluated for possible British use.