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Olympics missile sites considered for Blackheath and Shooters Hill
3/13/2012 8:35:42 AM
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The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is considering plans to install surface-to-air missiles in Blackheath and Shooters Hill during the Olympic Games.
The MoD said it had taken military advice to identify sites to base the defence systems to protect the skies over London in the event of an attack.
Eltham and Plumstead MP Clive Efford said he was concerned at the "lack of consultation".
The MoD said no final decision had been made to use the air defence systems.
Mr Efford said he had now written to Defence Secretary Philip Hammond to complain about not being consulted.
The Labour MP said the first he heard about the plans was when half a dozen trucks and trailers arrived at Oxleas Wood, near Shooters Hill in his constituency.
"I accept there has to be security for the Olympics and inconvenience but there are proper processes to go through.
"I would have expected a full briefing from the minister. This is a site of special scientific interest so I was alarmed when I heard. I have no idea of the scale of this plan and what damage might happen."
Lewisham East MP Heidi Alexander, whose constituency covers Blackheath, said on Twitter: "I know it sounds surreal but sadly true. Nothing has been decided yet though.
"MoD describes it as some form of ground based air defence system. That's all I know at the moment."
A MoD spokesman said: "As announced before Christmas, ground based air defence systems could be deployed as part of a multi-layered air security plan for the Olympics, including fast jets and helicopters, which will protect the skies over London during the Games.
"Based on military advice we have identified a number of sites and, alongside colleagues from the Metropolitan Police, are talking to local authorities and relevant landowners to help minimise the impact of any temporary deployments.
"As part of our ongoing planning, we can confirm site evaluations have taken place. However, no final decision on whether or not to deploy ground based air defence systems for the Games has been taken."
In November Defence Secretary Philip Hammond confirmed ground-to-air missiles will be deployed to protect the 2012 Olympic Games in London if deemed "operationally necessary" but gave no indication at the time where these might be installed.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) is considering plans to install surface-to-air missiles in Blackheath and Shooters Hill during the Olympic Games.
The MoD said it had taken military advice to identify sites to base the defence systems to protect the skies over London in the event of an attack.
Eltham and Plumstead MP Clive Efford said he was concerned at the "lack of consultation".
The MoD said no final decision had been made to use the air defence systems.
Mr Efford said he had now written to Defence Secretary Philip Hammond to complain about not being consulted.
The Labour MP said the first he heard about the plans was when half a dozen trucks and trailers arrived at Oxleas Wood, near Shooters Hill in his constituency.
"I accept there has to be security for the Olympics and inconvenience but there are proper processes to go through.
"I would have expected a full briefing from the minister. This is a site of special scientific interest so I was alarmed when I heard. I have no idea of the scale of this plan and what damage might happen."
Lewisham East MP Heidi Alexander, whose constituency covers Blackheath, said on Twitter: "I know it sounds surreal but sadly true. Nothing has been decided yet though.
"MoD describes it as some form of ground based air defence system. That's all I know at the moment."
A MoD spokesman said: "As announced before Christmas, ground based air defence systems could be deployed as part of a multi-layered air security plan for the Olympics, including fast jets and helicopters, which will protect the skies over London during the Games.
"Based on military advice we have identified a number of sites and, alongside colleagues from the Metropolitan Police, are talking to local authorities and relevant landowners to help minimise the impact of any temporary deployments.
"As part of our ongoing planning, we can confirm site evaluations have taken place. However, no final decision on whether or not to deploy ground based air defence systems for the Games has been taken."
In November Defence Secretary Philip Hammond confirmed ground-to-air missiles will be deployed to protect the 2012 Olympic Games in London if deemed "operationally necessary" but gave no indication at the time where these might be installed.
3/13/2012 10:55:46 AM
Don't give them Planning Permission. That'll stuff 'em.....
3/13/2012 11:35:26 AM
Shooter's Hill would seem an appropriate site.
3/13/2012 11:46:56 AM
Originally Posted By Wapinschaw_Shooter:
Shooter's Hill would seem an appropriate site.
Shooter's Hill would seem an appropriate site.
Personally I would've thought Wanstead Flats would've been a better choice
3/13/2012 12:53:01 PM
Originally Posted By Bradders:
Personally I would've thought Wanstead Flats would've been a better choice
Originally Posted By Wapinschaw_Shooter:
Shooter's Hill would seem an appropriate site.
Shooter's Hill would seem an appropriate site.
Personally I would've thought Wanstead Flats would've been a better choice
I think Bradders is thinking of the missile destination rather than the launch site
3/13/2012 1:36:07 PM
fuck the Olympic Games 
i got in free last time , i turned up with a roll of razor wire and just told them i was here for the fencing
edit , should i get my coat
i got in free last time , i turned up with a roll of razor wire and just told them i was here for the fencing
edit , should i get my coat
3/13/2012 2:22:56 PM
What are the rules for Olympic Missle shooting?
And where do I sign up for practice?
And where do I sign up for practice?
