future. We’ve identified the work that
really needs to happen within the next
five or ten years, and in doing that we’ve
revealed the true nature of the problem
to ourselves and more widely.
It’s really important that we make sure
that these iconic buildings and their
heritage and history is preserved for the
country. That’s not an empty threat. It’s
a very real response to the climate that
we’re in. We know what can happen
if we let things slide; there are other
examples, nationally and within our city,
where not doing work - at a stage where
it is possible to do something imaginative
and creative rather than simply remedial
- has led to an even larger bill and an
even bigger problem.
It is estimated that this project will
cost around £35 million in total.
You’ve approached - amongst
others - both Arts Council England
and Heritage Lottery Funding for
investment. In your eyes, what would
you imagine the estate to l