HC Deb 09 December 2002 vol 396 cc5-6W
32. Mr. Mullin

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what plans he has for a missile defence system for the UK; and if he will make a statement. [83987]

Lawrie Quinn

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what progress his Department has made in analysing the implications for the UK of missile defence; and if he will make a statement. [83990]

Mr. Hoban

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what the Government's policy is on ballistic missile defence. [83991]

Mr. Hoon

The Government understands the role that missile defences could play as part of a comprehensive strategy to respond to the potential threat from ballistic missiles. We are currently examining whether the range of responses we have now would be enhanced by participation in active missile defence. I have today placed further analytical and discussion material in the Library of the House which I hope will contribute to the debate on the issues involved.

Mr. Keetch

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what Memoranda of Understanding have been signed in relation to the use by the USA of British facilities for missile defence activities. [85376]

Mr. Hoon

None.