§ 63 and 64. Mr. Peartasked the Minister of Transport (1) what consultations he has had with the Minister of Science regarding research into marine nuclear propulsion;
(2) whether he will now make a statement concerning the decision about the construction of a nuclear-powered ship.
§ Mr. MarplesI hope to make a statement shortly on the application of nuclear power to merchant shipping. I am in constant touch with my noble Friend the Minister for Science regarding research in this field.