asked the Minister for the Environment whether he proposes to take any action with regard to the present failure by local authorities and others to adequately protect listed buildings; if his attention has been drawn to the serious deficiencies in this respect at present; and if he will outline the action he proposes to take in this respect.
Written Answers. - Listed Buildings.
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I would refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 30 of 3 February, 1988 in which I outlined the statutory powers available to the local authorities for protection of listed buildings. As I then indicated I am preparing legislative proposals which will considerably strengthen the existing derelict sites legislation.