§ Mr. Wadeasked the Minister of Works how many persons have been employed in carrying out repairs, improvements and decorations to the Government-owned premises known as Audley End Stables, near Saffron Walden, Essex, since 24th February, 1956; what is the total amount of expenditure on such repairs, improvements and decorations; and who is now the occupier of these premises.
§ Mr. MolsonNo work was done to the Audley End Stables between 24th February and 15th October, 1956. At various times between 15th October, 1956, and 25th January, 1957, from one to six men were employed. About £330 has been spent on structural repairs to this important historic building, which were necessary quite apart from preparing it for occupation; other essential 135W repairs, improvements and decorations have cost about £730, and are now finished. A flat in the stables is occupied by the Ministry's foreman in charge of work to ancient monuments in the area which includes Audley End; the rest of the building is used for storage.