§ Mr. KeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence on what date the prehistoric earthwork known as the "Old Ditch" on Tilshead down was destroyed; and who authorised its removal. [18852]
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§ Mr. SoamesThe surface of the scheduled ancient monument known as the "Old Ditch" on Tilshead down was regrettably scraped during essential engineering works between 13 and 17 March. Investigation into the incident is being carried out, but initial indications are that the damage to the earthwork was the result of an accident.
§ Mr. KeyTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence if he will place in the Library the report by the defence land agent on the destruction of the prehistoric monument known as the "Old Ditch" on Tilshead down; and if he will make a statement. [18854]
§ Mr. SoamesThe defence land agent is at present carrying out an investigation into the incident. Once the investigation is complete, a summary of the report will be placed in the Library of the House.