§ Mr. Robert Cookeasked the Minister of Works what is the present condition of Duff House, Banff; and what future use he has in mind for the building.
§ Lord John HopeSince Duff House was accepted by my Department in 1955 in order to save it from probable demolition, the structure of the main block has been consolidated and made wind and watertight. The condition of the interior, however, was such that much of it has had to be removed, and a wing of later date which was badly damaged has been demolished. Although I would welcome some appropriate use for Duff House, I am prepared to maintain it, unused, as an Ancient Monument.