Written question asked by Lord Clark of Windermere (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 15 January 1996. It was answered by Paul Beresford (Conservative) on Monday, 15 January 1996 on behalf of the Department of the Environment.

Dept of the Environment

Question: What consideration his Department has given to the future of Admiralty Arch; which estate agent was employed to consider the sale of Admiralty Arch; which independent advisers were involved in this decision.

Answer: Dr. David Clark: To ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what consideration his Department has given to the future of Admiralty arch; which estate agent was employed to consider the sale of Admiralty arch; which independent advisers were involved in this decision; and if he will make a statement. [8992] Sir Paul Beresford: Prior to, and since the relocation from the majority of the building by the Ministry of Defence, my Department has actively been canvassing use by other Departments and agencies. No estate agents have been employed to consider the sale of Admiralty arch but consultants, Knight Frank, have been commissioned to advise on the possible future uses of the property, including any private finance initiative opportunities. Their report is awaited.

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