Written question asked by Lord Jenkins of Putney (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 6 November 1997. It was answered by Lord Gilbert (Labour) on Thursday, 6 November 1997.

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Gilbert, RtHonLord

Question

In view of the fact that a recent Gallup poll showed a majority of 63 per cent. for the view that it would be best for United Kingdom security not have nuclear weapons, they will take public opinion into consideration in determining nuclear weapon policy.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

582 c301WA

Session

1997-98

Subjects

Deployment Nuclear weapons Public opinion Policy Defence Review