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Palace Of Westminster (Lighting)

Volume 498: debated on Tuesday 1 April 1952

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81.

asked the Minister of Works if he will ensure that all the principal corridors, lobbies and chambers of the Palace of Westminster are adequately lighted during the hours in which visitors are admitted.

We try to ensure that corridors, lobbies and chambers of the Palace of Westminster are adequately lit when visitors are admitted, with due regard to economy. If the hon. Member will let me know which particular parts he considers unsatisfactory, I will do my best to make improvements.

82.

asked the Minister of Works if he will secure improvements in the lighting arrangements in the Members' tea rooms.

A long-term scheme is in hand for the improvement of lighting throughout the Palace but it will be some time before the tea room is reached.