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Written question asked by Lord Kennet (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 14 November 1991. It was answered by Earl of Arran (Conservative) on Thursday, 14 November 1991.


Untitled Written question

Question
Further to 531 c137-8WA, if in answer 'Soviet defences are increasing & will increase further' (530 c339), Earl of Strathmore & Kinghorne was referring to Soviet anti-ballistic missile defences, & if so, if increases in these Soviet defences are being anticipated in light of USA declared wish to amend Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty which currently restricts such Soviet defences & according to reports, to enter into negotiations with govt in Moscow on amending treaty.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
532 c43-4WA
Session
1991-92
Subjects
Defence Arms control Defence equipment USSR Guided weapons Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty