§ Mr. Tony LloydTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what assessment he has made of the security threat posed by Argentine destroyers, with particular reference to those equipped with bomb-proof casing. [673]
§ Mr. Soames[holding answer 28 October 1996]: We continue to monitor all developments which may affect our security interests in the South Atlantic. We are satisfied that the forces we maintain there, supported as necessary by reinforcements, are capable of meeting our commitment to the security of the Falkland Islands and other dependencies.