§ Mr. Menzies CampbellTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what comparative studies his Department is carryying out on the role of surface-to-air missiles and fighter aircraft in the air defence of the United Kingdom.
§ Mr. AitkenMy Department is currently studying the most cost-effective mix of fighters and surface-to-air missiles for United Kingdom air defence. This work is taking into account all relevant factors including the effect of possible counter-measures.