Written question asked by Lord Jenkins of Putney (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 11 February 1992. It was answered by Lord Reay (Conservative) on Tuesday, 11 February 1992.

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Untitled Written question

Question

If HMG failed to prevent British firms from knowingly or unknowingly contributing equipment, training or material which has helped Iraq towards acquiring a nuclear weapon capability (referred to by Earl Howe at 534 c629 on 20 January) & whether they are satisfied that the UK is not responsible for any weakening of the nuclear proliferation treaty.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

535 c29-30WA

Session

1991-92

Subjects

Arms trade Exports Iraq Export controls Nuclear weapons Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty