§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Wales what proposals he has to increase the funding for Craig y Nos castle; and if he will make a statement.
§ Sir Wyn RobertsThe importance of Craig y Nos castle and its related theatre is recognised. The castle is listed as a building of special architectural or historical importance at grade II and the theatre at grade I.
On the basis of advice from the Historic Buildings Council for Wales, we have made available a grant of £22,500 for works to the theatre. Part of this grant has been claimed but we have not received further requests for assistance. If a further application for assistance with conservation work to the structure is received, we shall consider it as soon as possible.