HC Deb 29 November 1982 vol 33 cc100-1W
Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he has assessed the effectiveness of laser-guided weapons during the Falklands war.

Mr. Pattie

Yes.

Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Defence which laser-guided weapons are at present in service with Her Majesty's Forces.

Mr. Pattie

Paveway, a laser-guided bomb, is in service with the Royal Air Force.

Mr. Dalyell

asked the Secretary of State for Defence of what origin are the laser-guided weapons at present in service with Her Majesty's Forces.

Mr. Pattie

The Paveway system originates in the United States of America.