§ Mr. Peter AinsworthTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport on how many occasions and in what circumstances English Heritage has exercised its powers to take control of an ancient monument. [98400]
§ Mr. Chris Smith[holding answer 2 July 1999]: English Heritage does not have powers to take control of an ancient monument in the sense of a compulsory acquisition. Its management of historic sites and properties arises under the direction of myself, or through acquisition or Guardianship arrangements entered into by agreement.