HC Deb 28 October 1987 vol 121 c258W
Mr. Livsey

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will instruct his Department to give grade one listing to the theatre at Craig-y-nos castle.

Mr. Grist

I refer the hon. Gentleman to the reply given to him by my right hon. Friend on Monday 26 October.

Mr. Livsey

asked the Secretary of State for Wales why sales details for Craig-y-nos castle are not currently available to prospective purchasers from the nominated estate agent's office.

Mr. Grist

Now that we have decided that the theatre should be listed grade I and the remainder of the building listed as grade II the property will be placed on the market. Sales details will then be available to prospective purchasers.

Mr. Livsey

asked the Secretary of State for Wales if he will change the terms of sale for Craig-y-nos castle from freehold to leasehold in order that his Department may retain its interest in the long-term future of the building.

Mr. Grist

No. A previous attempt to sell the leasehold of this property did not produce a satisfactory offer. The freehold of Craig-y-nos is soon to be offered for sale, with the theatre subject to a grade I listing and the remainder of the building at grade II. This should realise the maximum financial benefit for the NHS while offering the protection listed status affords.