Member

I note in passing that at one point the Treasury had responsibility for this property through its bona vacantia division and was happy to sell and enfranchise, in line with the government formula. But the Crown Estate, which reports to the Treasury, has rules of its own and it is now in charge of that property. The Minister’s private office was in touch to confirm details of the property involved, but I heard no more until 4.30 pm on Friday. I was luckier than the noble Baroness, Lady Kramer, who is still waiting for her answer. I will come to the Minister’s reply in a moment.