HC Deb 20 December 1966 vol 738 c244W
54. Mr. Hirst

asked the Minister of Technology what was the cost of acquiring the site and buildings of Holland House, Green Street, W.1, for the British Standards Institution; how much has been expended on alteration to the latest available date; what the total cost is estimated to be for site, alterations and furnishings; what is the rateable value; and what is the amount of the rates payable for the current year.

Mr. Benn

The British Standards Institution is an independent body, grant aided by my Department. The Director is writing to the hon. Member on this point.