§ Mr. Canavanasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he will conduct a review of the Government's nuclear defence policy; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. StewartNo. Her Majesty's Government remain committed to the policies of successive Governments in maintaining an independent nuclear deterrent and 247W supporting NATO strategy. The Government believe that possession by the United Kingdom of an independent nuclear deterrent will remain fundamental to the maintenance of this country's security for the foreseeable future.