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Written question asked by Lord Wallace of Saltaire (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Brabazon of Tara (Non-affiliated) on Monday, 18 January 2010.


Houses of Parliament: State Opening

Question
To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they have consulted the appropriate local authorities on the impact on traffic flows in Westminster and Lambeth of closing Old Palace Yard for the State Opening of Parliament.
Answer

In order to close the roads for the State Opening of Parliament, the police make an application to Westminster City Council. It is for the council to consider the impact of the closure when making its decision.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
983; 716 c207WA
Session
2009-10
Subjects
Closures Roads Opening of Parliament
Link
View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk