§ Mr. BakerTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if the Government(a) is consulted on, (b) is informed of and (c) gives clearance to movements of nuclear materials by US personnel within the UK. [7603]
§ Dr. ReidAll movements of nuclear materials, including weapons, by US personnel within the UK and its airspace take place in full consultation with my Department. This enables appropriate safety cover to be provided by MOD personnel.