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Mr. Arthur Lewis
asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will give a breakdown of the £215,000costs involved in redecorating and repairing No. 1 Carlton Gardens; and what action he has taken, or intends taking, to save expenditure on such matters.
Mr. Marks
A breakdown of the total cost is as follows:
| Major maintenance and redecoration of State rooms | 125,000 |
| Major maintenance to residence required by terms of the lease | 77,000 |
| Redecoration and renewal of fittings in residence | 13,000 |