HC Deb 16 June 1959 vol 607 cc30-1W
78. Mr. Parker

asked the Secretary of State for War what steps are being taken to preserve the Round Tower at the entrance to Portsmouth Harbour from wanton damage and ensure its future care.

Mr. Soames

Point Battery, including the Round Tower, is being sold to the City of Portsmouth. In view of recent damage done to the Battery by vandals, the site will be guarded by watchmen until the City Corporation takes possession, The Round Tower itself has not suffered damage.