§ Sir CLEMENT KINLOCH-COOKEasked the hon. Member for Southampton, as representing the first Commissioner of Works, whether he can explain the cause of delay in the matter of the new post office at Devonport; and whether he is aware that the present structure is in a most dilapidated condition, and that the promised new building is long overdue?
The TREASURER of the HOUSEHOLD (Mr. Dudley Ward)The commencement of the work has been delayed in order to provide for additional requirements and modifications desired by the Post Office. All necessary precautions have been taken to render the present structure secure. Provision has been made in this year's Estimates to begin the work.
§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEIs the hon. Gentleman aware that his predecessor in office informed me that it was anticipated, when I asked for information, that the work would be commenced at the end of last year, and that the premises would be ready for occupation early in this year?