§ 59. Mr. GILBERTasked the First Commissioner of Works whether he still retains possession of all or any part of the new County Hall, Westminster Bridge; what part he has released for the use of the London County Council; and when he proposes to give up the whole of the building now occupied by the Government?
§ Sir A. MONDAs regards the first part of the question, possession is still retained of a portion of the premises. As regards the second part, accommodation has already been released sufficient to accommodate a staff of 300 of the London County Council. As regards the last part, the surrender of the remaining accommodation is entirely dependent upon the diminution in the staff of the Ministry of Food, but a scheme is being arranged with the London County Council in regard to the gradual vacation of the building, by which a further 25,000 feet will be surrendered by June.
§ Sir A. MONDThe Ministry of Food.