HC Deb 21 December 1962 vol 669 c276W
Brigadier Clarke

asked the Parliamentary Secretary for Science if he will make available the price of fuel for nuclear marine reactors to British firms endeavouring to secure orders, both in this country and overseas.

Mr. Denzil Freeth

I am advised by the Atomic Energy Authority that they are ready to quote prices to British firms, against detailed specifications and drawings, for supply of fuel for marine reactors.

Commander Courtney

asked the Parliamentary Secretary for Science what is the estimated delivery time required from date of order far either two Vulcain or two integral boiling nuclear reactors of 15,000 shaft horsepower each, with associated machinery, for marine propulsion purposes.

Mr. Denzil Freeth

Research has not yet reached a stage at which a definite answer can be given to this Question.

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