HC Deb 19 January 1989 vol 145 cc277-8W
Mr. Cartwright

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what steps he is taking to ensure the continuation of the Royal Arsenal Sports and Recreational Association after the construction of the east London river crossing.

Mr. Sainsbury

The Ministry of Defence has no formal responsibility for the Royal Arsenal Sports and Recreational Association. Part of the Manor Way sports ground will be lost as a result of the construction of the east London river crossing, but sufficient land will remain to constitute a viable sports ground. We shall of course be discussing with the association whether it wishes to retain most of the site on licence from MOD for recreational purposes.