§ 19. Mr. Doverasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what is his policy towards the proposed demolition of high-rise property at present being considered by a number of local authorities.
§ Mr. HeseltineIt is for each authority to consider what is best in the light of local circumstances; but prior to any decision the Government would expect authorities to investigate thoroughly the range of options open to them for renovation, including sale, to the private sector. The preservation of public assets wherever this is possible must be preferable to demolition.