§ Mr. Lathamasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether he will make a statement on the sale by his Department of Stocken hall, Rutland, Leicestershire; and what conditions he has imposed regarding the need for it to be fully rehabilitated within a specific period of time.
§ Mr. MellorThe disposal of Stocken hall was undertaken by the Property Services Agency on behalf of the Home Office. The sale, by private treaty, was completed on 30 April 1986. The terms of the sale require that the buildings be kept in a safe condition and that they do not become a danger or nuisance to the owners or occupiers of adjoining properties. Rehabilitation of the hall was not a condition of sale. The terms of the sale also provide for the Home Office to continue its farming use of the stable block for up to two years until alternative new buildings are available.