§ 16. Mr. ORMSBY-GOREasked the hon. Member for St. George's-in the-East, as representing the First Commissioner of Works, what authority is responsible for the repair and maintenance of the Royal castles of Carnarvon and Denbigh, respectively; how much money has been expended upon the latter since 1907; whether the castle is regarded as being in such a state of repair as is desirable from its character as a national monument; and whether the office has received any appeals from persons in Denbigh on the matter?
§ Mr. WEDGWOOD BENN (Lord of the Treasury)The First Commissioner is responsible for the repair and maintenance of Carnarvon Castle. I am informed that certain trustees on behalf of a local committee hold Denbigh Castle under lease from the Commissioner of Woods and are responsible for its repair and maintenance.I am not able to say how much money has been spent on the latter castle since 1907, but it cannot be considered to be in such a state of repair at present, as is desirable.I understand that an appeal from the local committee has been received and is under consideration.