HC Deb 07 June 1967 vol 747 cc223-4W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with the United States regarding the steps necessary to prolong the effective life of the Polaris fleet with Poseidon missiles; what would be the cost; what action he has taken in connection with these discussions; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Healey

As hon. Members have heard on a number of previous occasions, we have no plans at present for adopting the Poseidon missile; and no estimate of the cost of introducing this weapon into British submarines has been made.