HC Deb 20 November 1962 vol 667 c121W
Commander Courtney

asked the Minister of Defence whether, in view of the new responsibilities laid upon the Royal Navy which will arise from the circumstances of the American blockade of Cuba, he will now accept for planning purposes the concept of a limited maritime war and re-adjust British defence priorities accordingly.

Mr. Thorneycroft

I have never doubted the importance of the Royal Navy in its diverse rôles.