§ Angela SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what is the cost to public funds of(a) the demolition of the Britannia Beagles kennels at the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth and (b) their rebuilding elsewhere. [75525]
§ Mr. SpellarThe beagles at BRNC Dartmouth are funded by private subscriptions, and are not supported by public funds. The beagles are a registered encroachment, and as such the MOD can terminate the agreement at any time giving reasonable notice. The MOD is not liable for any damage or repairs and if notice was given for the beagle pack to leave BRNC Dartmouth, then any costs for a new facility outside the College would be the sole responsibility of the beagle pack.
As an option within the College redevelopment plan, the present beagle kennels have been identified as a potential site for the College's new recreational facility. However, options are still being developed and no decisions have yet been taken. The approximate cost of any demolition of the kennels would be in the region of £1,000.
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