Sir, – RAdm Mathias’ letter (NR 109/3) suggests I ‘peddle’ my views elsewhere. This is not an expression one expects to find being used between members of the NR. Not only is it disrespectful but it also questions the judgment of the Editor in publishing my articles as part of a debate he has actively encouraged. RAdm Mathias categorically states – without source – that “about two thirds of the public and MPs believe the UK should have one [a nuclear deterrent].” While the record of MP’s votes from the 2016 Parliamentary debate five years ago might support part of his statement, he is obviousl…
