§ Mr. Dormandasked the Secretary of State for the Environment how many grace and favour residences there are in the United Kingdom ; and what are the names of the present occupiers, the length of stay of the present occupiers and the reason, in each case, for granting the occupancy.
§ Mr. MonroThere are 129 grace and favour residences in properties maintained by the Department of the Environment. The grant of a tenancy is a royal prerogative and not the responsibility of the Department.