§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Defence how many nuclear weapons tests British Governments have conducted since the signing of the partial test ban treaty in 1963.
§ Mr. Norman LamontThe relevant treaty signed in 1963 was the limited test ban treaty. Since its signing, the United Kingdom has conducted 16 nuclear weapons tests. These were carried out in collaboration with the United States and the conditions of the treaty were honoured in full.
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§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Defence if he is satisfied with the working efficiency and capability of the United Kingdom's nuclear weapons capacity.
§ Mr. Norman LamontYes.