HC Deb 11 February 2002 vol 380 cc6-7W
36. David Cairns

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he wilt make a statement on progress on the new chapter of the strategic defence review. [31929]

Mr. Hoon

We have made good progress on the new chapter to the Strategic Defence Review: this work is designed to ensure that we have the right concepts, forces and capabilities in place to deal with the kind of threats that we saw on 11 September.

We intend to publish public discussion material very shortly, outlining the areas we are examining, reflecting emerging thinking and seeking views. This will provide an important opportunity for members of the public, Parliament and other interested parties to contribute to this important work. We intend to publish some conclusions in the spring or early summer.