Written question asked by Paul Flynn (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 7 November 1996. It was answered by Ray Powell (Labour) on Thursday, 7 November 1996 on behalf of the Accommodation and Works Committee.

Accommodation and Works Select Committee

Question: Pursuant to his Answer of 31st October, Official Report, columns 220-21W, what were the (a) objectives and (b) costs of the work on the second phase of overhaul of the Carriage Gates. - Includes figures.

Answer: Mr. Flynn: To ask the Chairman of the Accommodation and Works Committee, pursuant to his answer of 31 October, Official Report, columns 220-21, what were the (a) objectives and (b) costs of the work on the second phase of overhaul of the Carriage Gates. [2905] Sir Raymond Powell: The work on the second phase of the overhaul of the Carriage Gates was necessary to maintain the gate mechanism for security and for stonework and metalwork restoration. The cost to the House was approximately £29,400. The total cost of some £49,000 was shared with the House of Lords on a 60:40 basis.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 2905; 284 c607W
Session: 1996-97
Subjects: Costs Buildings Palace of Westminster Parliament Repairs and maintenance
Contains statistics: Yes