§ Bob RussellTo ask the Deputy Prime Minister (1) how many buildings listed for their historic or architectural interest were demolished in each of the last three years for which figures are available(a) as a result of permission of the local planning authority, (b) on appeal to a government planning inspector and (c) without permission; [187989]
(2) how many owners of buildings listed for their historic or architectural interest were prosecuted in each of the last three years for which figures are available for demolishing the buildings without permission; and if he will make a statement. [187990]
§ Keith HillThis information is not collected by central Government. However, since the 4 May English Heritage have been logging records of Listed Building Consent applications for total demolition, and by the close of the 2004–05 financial year will be able to provide a report on the number of applications.