§ Lord Kennetasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether in view of President Bush's wish to deploy anti-missile defences as soon as they are ready, they have discussed with the United States' Government the "Brilliant Pebbles" programme, under which several thousands of small projectiles mounted on rockets would be circling the globe in peacetime.
§ Lord GlenarthurWe hold regular discussions with the Americans on a wide range of security issues, including matters relating to the Strategic Defence Initiative.