asked the Secretary of State for Wales if it is his policy to refuse to allow the demolition of listed buildings unless he is satisfied that (a) there is no possible and reasonable alternative use, (b) the development requires their removal and (c) every effort has been made to accommodate development to them.

In considering applications for consent to demolish, each case is decided on its merits. The points made by my hon. Friend, together with factors such as the importance and condition of the building, and the importance of any alternative use for the site, may well be relevant to the consideration of particular applications.