§ Lord Kennetasked Her Majesty's Government:
Whether their anticipated multi-million pound procurements have all been considered in the light of the post-Gulf War "Revolution in Military Affairs" in the United States whereby electronics are considered to be the basic mode of weaponry and communication, and whether they have been considered in the light of the new United States strategies which are reflecting this "Revolution".
Earl HoweAll defence procurements are planned with due regard for evolving technologies, including electronics, a field in which UK defence research continues to make significant contributions.