§ Mr. Ernest G. Perryasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether the local amenity and conserva- 30W tion societies were consulted before proceeding with the programme to build round the existing frontage of the Surrey home of correction, now known as Her Majesty's Prison, Wandsworth.
§ Dr. SummerskillIn accordance with the normal arrangements applicable to Government Departments, the Home Office informed the local planning authority of its proposals. It is for the local planning authority to decide the extent to which a scheme proposed by a Government Department should be publicised and to consult and to take account of any comments by amenity and conservation societies and interested parties in formulating its view of the proposal.
§ Mr. Ernest G. Perryasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what is the estimated cost of the building of a security frontage at Her Majesty's Prison, Wandsworth.
§ Dr. SummerskillThe estimated cost of providing a secure vehicle compound at the entrance to Wandsworth Prison is £73,000.