Written question asked by John Greenway (Conservative) on Monday, 4 February 2008, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 February 2008. It was answered by Jonathan Shaw (Labour) on Thursday, 28 February 2008 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

Departmental Repairs and Maintenance

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs what the estimated cost of the planned refurbishment of his Department's offices at Kings Pool, York is; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: [holding answer 7 February 2008]: The planned refurbishment works, undertaken to increase capacity, improve business effectiveness, reduce occupancy cost and facilitate modern working practices at the Kings Pool complex in York is estimated to cost £28.3 million inclusive of VAT. This includes the comprehensive phased refurbishment of both Foss House and Mallard House whilst business as usual continues and includes the construction of a new 'Hub' building, all meeting BREEAM (BRE Environmental Assessment Method) excellent standards as required by cross-government mandate.

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