asked the Lord President of the Council if he is aware of the inadequacy of the lighting in the entrance hall of Norman Shaw North building; and if he will take steps to improve the illumination for hon. Members reading the daily newspapers there.

Yes.

asked the Lord President of the Council if he is aware of the persistent breakdowns in the photocopying machines in the Norman Shaw North building and of the inadequacy of the servicing arrangements for these machines; what steps he is taking to maintain a more reliable photo-copying service for hon. Members and their secretaries; and if he will make a statement.

The photocopying machines in Norman Shaw North are not proving very reliable and the present arrangements are being reviewed.