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The MoD says research has found no link between the nuclear tests, ill health and genetic defects in children.

Manufacturing quality control of components, as well, often hinges on extremely small distances that can mean the difference between a perfect part and a tiny defect that could eventually cause a dangerous mechanical failure.

Folic acid is to be added to non-wholemeal wheat flour in the UK to help prevent birth defects.

DfI figures show there have been almost 120,000 road defects and potholes recorded in Northern Ireland since January this year, and structural maintenance expenditure has been increasing year on year.

This increases the risk of inbreeding, which could result in birth defects.