§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Employment what are the reasons for the recent decision to enter into a lease for additional office accommodation at Sunley buildings, Manchester; and whether any of the additional accommodation will be required for the Department of Environment staff after the abolition of the Greater Manchester Council.
§ Sir George YoungI have been asked to reply
Two additional floors in Sunley buildings, Manchester were taken by PSA for Department of Trade and Industry, which is rationalising its organisation following recent changes. The Department of Environment has not sought any additional accommodation in Sunley buildings.