§ Mr. Llew SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he has had any discussions with his French counterpart over the use in emergencies of the channel tunnel to transport missiles, missile launchers or other military equipment.
§ Mr. Archie HamiltonMy right hon. and learned Friend has had no such discussions. Officials of my Department meet biannually with their French counterparts, however, to discuss arrangements for resupply and reinforcement in times of crisis, including the possible use of the channel tunnel.