§ Mr. BakerTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is his policy in respect of the use of United Kingdom airspace by United States aircraft carrying nuclear weapons. [10691]
§ Dr. ReidUnited States aircraft transporting nuclear weapons for logistical purposes are permitted to use United Kingdom airspace. As I told the hon. Member in my answer of 14 July,Official Report, column 61, all 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.