§ Where representations are made to the Minister that a provision in a scheme submitted for his approval will involve the removal, pulling down, or alteration of a building of special architectural or historic interest he shall, before approving the scheme, consult with the Commissioners of Works.—[Sir H. Young.]
§ Brought up, and read the First time.
Sir H. YOUNGI beg to move, "That the Clause be read a Second time.'
This Clause is introduced in response to representations made in Committee that these powers would be a useful addition to the provision enabling Orders to be made for the preservation of buildings of architectural interest. The object of the Clause is to provide an additional safeguard against the pulling down of a building of special 1480 architectural or historic interest. It was thought that the proper final authoritative advice to be taken upon the matter should be that of the Commissioners of Works, who are directly charged with the safeguarding of public buildings and beautiful monuments and who have special knowledge of the matter. I recognise, as the Minister of Health, that the Commissioners of Works are looked upon as our expert and particular authority in this matter, so the decision is left in this case to consultation with the Commissioners of Works.
§ Question, "That the Clause be read a Second time," put, and agreed to.
§ Clause added to the Bill.