§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence (1) what is the estimated construction cost of the proposed new office building at Woolwich arsenal; when work is expected to start; and how long it is expected to take;
(2) when he expects to reach a decision on the size and position of the proposed new office block for quality assurance staff at Woolwich arsenal;
(3) whether he has reached a conclusion on the future of the Royal Laboratory pavilions at Woolwich arsenal; and if he will make a statement.
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§ Mr. LeeFollowing the creation of the directorate general of defence quality assurance my Department has embarked upon studies which, among other things, will later this year indicate the future best use of land and buildings at the Royal Arsenal Woolwich including the Royal Laboratory pavilions. No decisions have yet been taken regarding the size, position, cost, or date of commencement of a new office block.
§ Mr. Cartwrightasked the Secretary of State for Defence when he expects the present use of the brass foundry at Woolwich arsenal by the National Maritime Museum to come to an end.