A Vanguard class nuclear submarine carrying Trident nuclear missiles sets sail from Faslane naval base in Scotland. Photograph: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
MoD Spends £2bn On Nuclear Weapons Ahead Of Trident Renewal Decision -- The Guardian
Ministry accused of pre-empting parliament's decision on Trident and attempting to force the hand of future governments
The Ministry of Defence is spending £2bn on new nuclear weapons plants before a formal decision has been taken over whether to replace Trident warheads, according to ministers.
The revelation has prompted fierce attacks on the MoD for making "a complete mockery" of the democratic process by pre-empting a decision and so attempting to force the hands of future governments.
The ministry says the investment helps to ensure the safety of the existing Trident warheads, but accepts that the money also maintains the capability to design a new warhead "should that be required".
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My Comment: This sets a bad precedent .... expect Parliament to voice their disapproval of this decision followed by legislation to reverse the MoD's actions.
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