HC Deb 21 July 1994 vol 247 c468W
Mr. Dalyell

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he is taking to follow up the report by Professor R. U. Cooke, vice chancellor of York, entitled "Crumbling Heritage".

Mr. Curry

The Building Research Establishment has a substantial on-going programme of research in this area and has taken cognisance of the "Crumbling Heritage" report. The programme includes work on stone durability, selection, cleaning and repair. The Building Research Establishment operates a heritage support service which provides advice on request.