HC Deb 13 January 1989 vol 144 c776W
Mr. Bermingham

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what research is being commissioned in relation to the use of neutron beam detector systems for use in security at Royal Air Force bases; what level of funding is being allocated to this area; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Sainsbury

MOD is assisting the Department of Transport in its work aimed at improving airport security. The results of such work could be of benefit to the RAF. I am sure that the hon. Member will appreciate that it would be inadvisable on security grounds to comment on particular technologies.