69. Mr. PALMERasked the First Commissioner of Works if he will state the uses to which the main building at St. John's Lodge, Regent's Park, has been put within the last 12 months and the approximate annual cost arising from the retention in use of the main building; whether it is to be retained in repair for use or habitation or official purposes; and, if not, whether he will demolish the main fabric and add the site to the park and so save expenditure for custodians and upkeep?
§ The FIRST COMMISSIONER of WORKS (Mr. Ormsby-Gore)The building has not been occupied during the last 12 months, and the approximate annual cost of maintenance is £355. The question of the future of the building is at present under consideration.