§ Mr. Wareingasked the Secretary of State for Social Services if a decision has yet been reached on the relocation of his Department's offices at Parthenon drive, Liverpool; which interested parties have been consulted; what representations he has received about the matter; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. LyellIt has been decided to rehouse the Department's office at Parthenon drive, Liverpool in alternative accommodation which has recently been obtained at Stopgate lane, Liverpool. Adaptation work910W will now proceed quickly to ensure that the unsatisfactory premises currently occupied by the local office can be vacated as soon as possible.
Local Members of Parliament were consulted. Only one representation has been received — from the hon. Member himself—asking whether the office could be resited nearer to its present location. This has not proved possible.
Other interested parties are being advised of the resiting of the office.