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<p>The transportation of Defence Nuclear Material, which includes nuclear weapons,
is carried out to the highest standard in accordance with stringent safety regulations.
Any potential issue with a convoy vehicle, no matter how minor, is treated seriously
and may result in a short unscheduled stop to carry out vehicle checks to ensure that
safety is maintained.</p><p>Since 2000 there have been 57 unscheduled stops of this
nature. None posed any risk to the public, environment, or to any material being transported.</p>
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