§ Mr. Hancockasked the Sectetary of State for the Environment what representations have been made to him with regard to the possible listing as an historic buiding of the central barrack block at the Royal Marines barracks, Eastney, Portsmouth; if he intends to list this building; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TraceyMy Department was approached in October with a request to consider the central barrack block for listing. We are now seeking the advice of the Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission on the case. I shall write to the hon. Member when a decision has been made.