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Written question asked by Baroness Anelay of St Johns (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 13 December 2001. It was answered by Lord Bach (Labour) on Thursday, 13 December 2001.


Bach, Lord

Question
What are their plans to conserve and display the fore topsail of HMS Victory in time for the bicentenary celebrations of the battle of Trafalgar in 2005; and whether they will ensure that the display of the topsail takes place in London so that it is accessible to the greatest number of people before it is returned to its permanent home in Portsmouth. [HL 1880].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL 1880; 629 c232WA
Session
2001-02
Subjects
Conservation Anniversaries Greater London Festivals and special occasions History Warships Portsmouth Battle of Trafalgar HMS Victory