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Old 12-05-2006, 10:46 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Default Should Britain have nuclear weapons?

Does the UK need nuclear weapons?
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk_politics/4805768.stm

Tony Blair has set out plans for a new generation of nuclear-powered submarines to carry Trident missiles, although the number of warheads will be reduced by a fifth.

The lifespan of the current system ends in 2024 but MPs will vote on the white paper now to ensure the replacement, which could cost up to £20bn, is ready by then.

How important is an independent nuclear weapons system for UK security?
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