Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the inclusion of Victoria Tower Gardens on the list published by Europa Nostra and the European Investment Bank, 7 most endangered heritage sites in Europe for 2025, on 18 March.

The design for the Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre was chosen because it is sensitive to the heritage and existing uses of Victoria Tower Gardens, and includes enhancements that will help all visitors, including better pathways and improved access to existing memorials.

In considering the planning application, the independent Inspector looked in detail at matters such as the impact on the Gardens and existing Memorials.  He concluded that any harms to heritage assets or open space were outweighed by the public benefits of the scheme.