§ 49 and 50. Mr. Pagetasked the Secretary of State for Air (1) whether he is satisfied that the Thor rocket is now reliable; and if he will make a statement; (2) when the Thor rocket is likely to become operational.
Mr. WardRecent test firings of Thor in the United States have demonstrated high standards of accuracy and reliability. There are, however, a few technical details which we are still discussing with the Americans. I cannot at present, therefore, make any further statement.