MPs dismayed to learn of Trident replacement after decision made

• Britain has committed itself to buying a new generation of nuclear warheads to replace Trident, which will be based on US technology.
• The decision was revealed by Pentagon officials who disclosed it before an official announcement has been made by the government.
• The revelation has dismayed MPs and experts who question why they have learned of the move – which will cost the UK billions of pounds – only after the decision has apparently been made.
• It has also raised questions about the UK’s commitment to staunching nuclear proliferation and the country’s reliance on the US for a central plank of its defence strategy.

 

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