HL Deb 04 February 1999 vol 596 c230WA
Lord McNair

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What is their view on the effectiveness of the United Nations Special Commission on Iraq. [HL747]

Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean

Despite constant Iraqi deceit, concealment, harassment and obstruction, UNSCOM has managed to destroy more weapons of mass destruction (WMD) than were destroyed during the whole of the Gulf War. UNSCOM's achievements are impressive but many important disarmament issues remain outstanding. It is essential that these issues are resolved and that Iraq is not allowed to reacquire WMD.

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