§ Mr. Peter AinsworthTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to move the statue of Sir Walter Raleigh from its position in Whitehall; and if he will make a statement. [139310]
§ Mr. Chris Smith[holding answer 20 November 2000]: I announced on 15 November that the statue of Sir Walter Raleigh, which is currently sited in Whitehall, should be moved to a new home at the Royal Naval 210W College, Greenwich. I have asked English Heritage, who are the statue's guardians, to begin any necessary preparations.