§ Mr. Fauldsasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what consideration he has given to the conservation of the former LMS station at Oxford which was built by Fox, Henderson and Co. in 1851 with prefabricated cast-iron components identical to those used by the same builders in their execution of Paxton's design for the Crystal Palace.
§ Mr. MonroWe have given preliminary consideration to the proposed redevelopment of the Oxford station area—development which would involve the demolition of the former LMS station. Oxford city council has been asked to notify the Department if it is minded to grant planning permission or listed building consent, so that we may have the opportunity to consider whether the applications should be called in for decision by my right hon. Friend.