§ Mr. Roy Masonasked the Minister of Supply what estimate has been made of the cost of developing an earth-space satellite from Blue Streak or Black Knight missiles.
§ Mr. Aubrey JonesThe cost would depend on the details of whatever programme might be undertaken.
§ Mr. Roy Masonasked the Minister of Supply if his Department is now prepared to develop an earth-space satellite programme, particularly following the Royal Society's advice on the scientific advantages to be gained from such a project.
§ Mr. Aubrey JonesNo decision has yet been take to embark on a British programme of space research by satellites.