§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Attorney-General if he will make a statement on the progress of the rebuilding and refurbishment of Chester crown court.
§ The Attorney-GeneralThe initial phase of the project to adapt disused rooms as office accommodation was 7W completed in June 1989. Construction work to provide a separate entrance for local authority staff is due for completion in spring this year. Work is also in progress to provide a third courtroom, new ancillary rooms and to complete repairs and other improvements to the building. This latter phase of the project is expected to be completed in autumn 1992.