HC Deb 19 March 1998 vol 308 cc732-3W
Mr. Rhodri Morgan

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, pursuant to his answer of 16 March 1998,Official Report, columns 459–60, if he will estimate the cost to WHCSA reserves of the void office space at Crickhowell House. [35336]

Mr. Ron Davies

The cost of WHCSA reserves of empty space at Crickhowell House, including rent, reduced and other associated costs, is estimated at £1,005,000 per year.

Mr. Rhodri Morgan

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales if the defects period pertaining to his lease of Crickhowell House remains in operation; and if he will make a statement. [35338]

Mr. Ron Davies

The defects liability period expires on 31 March 1998. Discussions are taking place with the landlord regarding an extension.

Mr. Rhodri Morgan

To ask the Secretary of State for Wales, pursuant to his answer of 16 March 1998,Official Report, columns 459–60, if privity of contract applies to his lease and to sub-leases of Crickhowell House; and if he will make a statement. [35339]

Mr. Ron Davies

The Secretary of State for Wales being party to the lease, I am presently advised that I would retain privity of contract in the event of the leases for Crickhowell House being assigned or sub-let.