HC Deb 29 April 1968 vol 763 cc761-2
2. Mr. Tilney

asked the Minister of Public Building and Works what plans he has to plant creepers that will grow properly on the north face of the Citadel in the Mall.

Mr. Mellish

At least six attempts have been made to grow various species of creeper on the north side of this building, but so far without success. A further attempt will be made shortly.

Mr. Tilney

Will the Minister try fan-shaped morello cherries, which grow particularly well without any sunlight and look extremely attractive at this time of year?

Mr. Mellish

That sounds marvellous; I will try anything. I am told that there have been five attempts. I gather that as this is on the north side, the climate is not favourable to these kind of creepers, although there are one or two others I could think of.

Mr. Whitaker

What plans has my right hon. Friend for removing the Citadel, which was put up temporarily in wartime?

Mr. Mellish

I should like notice of that.