§ 56. Vice-Admiral Hughes Hallettasked the Minister of Defence if he will make a statement on the future strategic rôle of Malta in the event of a nuclear war.
§ Sir W. MoncktonMy hon. and gallant Friend will not expect me to go into detail about our war plans. I can, however, say that Malta will continue to be of importance as a U.K. and N.A.T.O. naval base and maritime headquarters.