§ Mr. Beithasked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether his Department regards Twizell Bridge, near Cornhil, Northumberland, as an important historic structure; and what consideration has been given to its future.
§ Mr. MarksTwizell Bridge is an ancient monument and a grade 2 listed building and as such is recognised to be an important historic structure. Discussions have already taken place and been agreed with the Department of Ancient Monuments and Historic Buildings for immediate remedial works.