ID | 095813 |
Title Proper | Progressive nuclear policy |
Other Title Information | rethinking continuous - at - sea deterrence |
Language | ENG |
Author | Ingram, Paul ; Ritchie, Nick |
Publication | 2010. |
Summary / Abstract (Note) | The United Kingdom has maintained unbroken nuclear weapons patrols since 1968. The rationale for this doctrine of continuous deterrence has been based on several pillars that are irrelevant in today's environment. Rather than an absolute need for continuous deterrent, there is instead a great opportunity for Britain to take the lead as the most progressive of the nuclear weapons states by reducing the readiness and size of its strategic force. |
`In' analytical Note | Rusi Journal Vol. 155, No. 2; Apr-May 2010: p40-45 |
Journal Source | Rusi Journal Vol. 155, No. 2; Apr-May 2010: p40-45 |
Key Words | Sea Deterrence ; United Kingdom ; Nuclear Weapons ; Nuclear Weapons State ; Royal Navy ; Nuclear Weapons Portal ; NATO |