Prime Minister's question asked in the House of Commons, by Lord Walney (Labour). It was answered on Wednesday, 9 February 2011 on behalf of the Prime Minister.
Nuclear Deterrent
- Question
- But with due respect, the Prime Minister chose to break his word on the education maintenance allowance and matters such as reorganising the NHS, so why will this pledge prove any different?
- Answer
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I have visited the hon. Gentleman's constituency and I know how important this issue is for him. I profoundly believe that we should maintain our independent nuclear deterrent. I have looked at all the alternatives over the years, and I am completely convinced that we need a submarine-based alternative—a full replacement for Trident—in order to guarantee the ultimate insurance policy for this country. That is my view, the view of my party and the view of most of the people sitting opposite me. I believe that there is all-party support for the move.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 523 c296
- Session
- 2010-12
- Oral question type
- Supplementary
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Trident
- Link
- View this Prime Minister's question on www.publications.parliament.uk
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