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Written question asked by Daniel Kawczynski (Conservative) on Friday, 1 June 2007, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 June 2007. It was answered by Lord Browne of Ladyton (Labour) on Monday, 11 June 2007 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Russia: Nuclear Weapons

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had on recent ICBM tests undertaken by Russia; what assessment he has made of the implications of such tests for UK defence policy; and if he will make a statement.
Answer

[holding answer 7 June 2007]: I have had no such discussions. The tests have no significant implications for UK defence policy, as Russia already possesses multiple warhead ICBMs. The tests do not represent an introduction of a new capability, but a gradual replacement and enhancement of an existing one.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
140710; 461 c763W
Session
2006-07
Subjects
Nuclear weapons Russia
Link
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