To ask the hon. Member for North Devon, representing the House of Commons Commission if the Commission will take steps to ensure that pedestrian access to the Palace of Westminster is not periodically impeded by inadequate rainwater drainage on St. Margaret's Street; what recent discussions he has had with Westminster City Council on this issue; what response was received; what representations he has received since July from (a) hon. Members, (b) Members of the House of Lords and (c) members of the public; and if he will make a statement. (99276)

Westminster city council has been contacted about drainage issues on St. Margaret's Street. The matter was referred via their highways defect reporting system and directly by letter. We await a response from Westminster City Council.

The Parliamentary Authorities are aware of the following representations on this issue:

(a) None from Members;

(b) One from Lord Monson;

(c) One from a member of the House staff.