§ Lord Jenkins of Putneyasked Her Majesty's Government:
What is the purpose of the proposed new building at the Atomic Weapons Research Station at Aldermaston and why is it required.
§ Viscount TrenchardA new plutonium processing facility will be constructed at the Atomic Weapons Research Establishment at Aldermaston as part of a continuing programme of replacement and improvement of ageing capital facilities to maintain the effectiveness of the British nuclear deterrent and to ensure the achievement of essential health and safety standards.