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Nuclear Weapons

Asked by Manuela PerteghellaLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 4 December 2024UIN 16574

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to ensure the independence of the nuclear deterrent; and if he will take steps to reduce reliance on the US for the (a) testing, (b) maintenance, and (c) replacement of missiles.

Answered by Maria Eagle

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to her by my hon. Friend the Minister for the Armed Forces (Luke Pollard) on 27 November 2024 to Question 15093.

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