§ Lord McNallyasked Her Majesty's Government:
What steps they are taking to ensure that the archaeological remains of the Roman City of Verulamium at St Albans are not damaged by ploughing and other activity likely to cause permanent harm to this site of national importance. [HL3271]
§ Lord McIntosh of HaringeyThe site is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Following a programme of archaeological evaluation and geophysical survey funded by English Heritage, discussions about the long-term management are now taking place between English Heritage and the site's owners. In the meantime, the depth of ploughing will be limited to ensure that the archaeological deposits are safeguarded.