HC Deb 17 May 1965 vol 712 cc982-3
26. Sir R. Thompson

asked the Minister of Public Building and Works whether the Whitehall Citadel is currently in use; and for what purpose.

Mr. Boyden

The Citadel is used to House the Navy Department's Whitehall Wireless Station and for conference purposes.

Sir R. Thompson

Could the hon. Gentleman say whether, in view of the acute pressure on office space in London now being felt on account of the expansion of Government Departments, he could find a more fruitful use for these buildings, unless, of course, it would be more provident to demolish them?

Mr. Boyden

I can speak personally on this, and I dare say that the hon. Member for Croydon, South (Sir R. Thomson) also can. The Citadel is a horrible place to work in.

Sir R. Thompson

Would not the hon. Gentleman therefore feel that it might be appropriate for the Cabinet to be accommodated there in future?