§ Mr. Canavanasked the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions his Department has had with local interests about the Government's proposals to locate the Trident nuclear weapon in Scotland.
§ Mr. StanleyA notice of proposed development and accompanying environmental impact assessment concerning the development of the Clyde submarine base was delivered to Dumbarton district council, and the other local planning authorities concerned, on 16 May. The proposals were explained at a presentation to those local authorities on the same day, and subsequently further presentations have been given to members of local communities at a series of public meetings arranged by the community councils in the local areas concerned.