§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what different ownership arrangements apply to(a) Buckingham palace, (b) Windsor castle, (c) Sandringham and (d) Balmoral; and what public ownership exists in respect of them.
§ Mr. SproatBuckingham palace and Windsor castle are vested in the sovereign in right of crown. Sandringham and Balmoral are privately owned by the Queen.
§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what is the latest estimate of the total sum expected to come from public funds for the repairs arising from the fire at Windsor castle.
§ Mr. SproatIt is at present estimated that the cost of the Windsor restoration will be about £35 million, of which £10.5 million will be met from public funds.