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EXTRA – Can we rely on the Trident nuclear deterrent?

EXTRA – Can we rely on the Trident nuclear deterrent?

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For the second time in a row a Royal Navy test firing of an unarmed Trident missile has ended in failure.

The government says it was an “anomaly” and that it has “absolute confidence” in the nuclear deterrent, but it hasn’t explained why the missile failed.

It’s called the ultimate insurance policy,...

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EXTRA – Can we rely on the Trident nuclear deterrent?

Released:

For the second time in a row a Royal Navy test firing of an unarmed Trident missile has ended in failure.

The government says it was an “anomaly” and that it has “absolute confidence” in the nuclear deterrent, but it hasn’t explained why the missile failed.

It’s called the ultimate insurance policy,...

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Award winning Sitrep brings you discussion and analysis on defence, foreign policy and the stories affecting the British Forces. Presented by Kate Gerbeau, with expert analysis from Professor Michael Clarke.

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Sitrep May 7th 2009

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This week's programme looks at the future of Devonport Naval Base, as well as the growing crisis in the border regions of Pakistan...

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Sitrep April 30th 2009

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Iraq dominates this week, but Christopher Lee and guests also look at Britain's new policy on Afghanistan and Pakistan...

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