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(iv) Ref 2 (d) - We are covering this issue in our

letter to Treasury: the DCF apraisal will show that there is a strong economic case for their retention in the scheme. But there is no real operational or need case. The omission of the staff flats would have some

design

implications but should not affect the overall programme. However a decision is necessary before commencement of foundation works.

3. It should be borne in mind that we are only at Final Sketch Design (FSD) stage and would not normally seek Treasury approval until completion of FSDS and clarification of the points in Mr Muir's minute under reference. But to delay to seek Treasury approval would lead to a delay to the programme and occupation date of 1 July 1996 which Minister/Clients have asked OED to achieve.

Plan Dal

Alex D Smith

PPU OED

CC: Mr Brown/Mr Bertram o/r,

Mr Neate

Mr Newey

Mr Wootton RFD

Mrs Barnes

Jones HKD

enclosures sent reforated,

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