§ Mr. Markhamasked the First Commissioner of Works whether any steps are being taken to preserve parts of the old Whitehall Palace now uncovered by excavations; and what steps are being taken to schedule and photograph all discoveries on this site of archaeological interest?
§ Sir P. SassoonIt is hoped that it will be possible to preserve the more important features. The wine cellar will be preserved by incorporating it in the new building that is to be erected on the site, and the possibility is under consideration of preserving also the steps and river wall of Queen Mary's terrace. The site has been carefully surveyed and full record drawings are being made. All the remains have been photographed.