HC Deb 06 March 1990 vol 168 cc608-9W
30. Dr. Goodson-Wickes

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what studies have been instituted to assess the military implications of political changes in eastern Europe; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

We keep the implications of political changes in eastern Europe under constant review. These changes are welcome and we look to the CFE process for reductions in military capabilities to provide enhanced security at the lower levels of forces which NATO has long sought.

82. Mr. Amos

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence whether the recent developments in eastern Europe have caused his Department to reconsider its military commitments to NATO.

87. Mr. Macdonald

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will make a further statement on the impact of recent events in eastern Europe on British defence commitments.

Mr. Tom King

I refer my hon. Friend to the answer that I have given today to my hon. Friend the Member for Lewisham, West (Mr. Maples).