A Trident submarine leaving its base on the Clyde. The village of Strone is visible in the background. Wikipedia
Trident Submarine Missiles Review To Suggest 'Stepping Down Nuclear Ladder' -- The Guardian
Ousted defence minister Nick Harvey claims military and Whitehall backing for cheaper alternatives.
The government's review of the future of the Trident submarine nuclear missile system is likely to suggest a significant downgrading of the UK's nuclear deterrent, including the possibility of locking the warheads "in a cupboard" for delayed launch only after several weeks of mounting international tension.
The revelation was made by Sir Nick Harvey, the Liberal Democrat who was the defence minister leading the review until the government reshuffle this month. The MP for North Devon said he believed the policy could get support in Whitehall and from senior military figures and Labour.
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Update: Top military chiefs go cold on nuclear deterrent -- The Independent
My Comment: With no money in the budget, there is a very good chance that this British nuclear deterrent will be "mothballed".
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