§ Mr. Juddasked the Minister of Public Building and Works what was the approved estimated cost of construction for the Central Office Block Number One in Portsmouth Dockyard; what was the actual final cost; what has been the total cost of modifications, repairs and improvements since completion; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John SilkinIn March, 1963 when construction started Central Office Block Number One was estimated to cost £331,000. My Department spent £358,000 on this building together with a further £16,000 after occupation had taken place.