Question

Does britain need an independent nuclear deterrent

Answer 1

nuclear capable american aircrafts have been based in the UK since 1949 but the last US nuclear weapons were withdrawn in 2006 in 1982 the polaris sales agreement was amended to allow the UK to purchase trident ll missiles

Answer 2

Answer:

The UK does not require a nuclear deterrent as we are already protected by the US nuclear deterrent. A potential adversary might miscalculate the degree of US commitment to the defence and security of Europe. An independent deterrent provides the assurance that it can be used to deter attacks on our vital interests.

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