HC Deb 29 March 1972 vol 834 c408
8. Dr. Stuttaford

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment when he will confirm the preservation order on the additional properties recently added to the scheduled list of buildings in the Timberhill area of Norwich; and if he will make a statement on the preservation of this area.

The Minister for Local Government and Development (Mr. Graham Page)

My right hon. Friend has today given another 15 buildings in Timberhill the protection of statutory listing, and the local planning authority is being informed accordingly.

Dr. Stuttaford

Is my hon. Friend aware that his answer will give most people in Norwich considerable satisfaction, as we feel that the centre of our ancient city must not be sacrificed by compulsory purchase orders imposed by a local authority not for the public good but for private commercial gain?

Mr. Page

Yes, Sir. My Department has worked closely with the local planning authority in listing these buildings.