HC Deb 22 May 1996 vol 278 cc223-4W
Mr. Sheerman

To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the expected date for completion of the demolition works at Bankside power station in London. [30469]

Sir Paul Beresford

Demolition works are taking place in two stages. I understand that minor works are being carried out at the moment to allow for the removal of the redundant boilers and electrical equipment. This work should be completed by the end of the summer. There will then be further demolition to remove extensions and additions to the original building to turn the power station into the Tate gallery of modern art. These works are likely to continue until April 1997.