§ Baroness Anelay of St Johnsasked Her Majesty's Government:
Why they have awarded Grade II status to the Braithwaite Viaduct; and for what reasons they rejected representations from English Heritage that the viaduct should be given ancient monument status. [HL3266]
§ Baroness BlackstoneMy right honourable friend the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport announced her decision to list the Braithwaite Viaduct Grade II on 8 March. A copy of the letter to English Heritage stating the reasons for her decision has been placed in the Libraries of both Houses.