HC Deb 30 November 1993 vol 233 cc522-3W
Mr. Flynn

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if the accuracy of a nuclear weapon is a significant factor in determining its destructive effectiveness.

Mr. Hanley

Accuracy of delivery is a significant factor in determining the likely effectiveness of a nuclear warhead against its intended target and therefore has a bearing on our assessment of the minimum capability necessary to provide effective deterrence.

Mr. Flynn

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will publish an open government document on Her Majesty's Government's policy on nuclear weapons and non-proliferation following the speech he made to the Centre for Defence Studies on 16 November.

Mr. Hanley

No. A copy of my right hon. and learned Friend's speech has been placed in the Library of the House.