Written question asked by Graham Allen (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 12 November 1996. It was answered by Lord Martin of Springburn (Labour) on Tuesday, 12 November 1996 on behalf of the Administration Committee.

Administration Select Committee

Question: What estimate he has made of the cost of the theft of newspapers from the foyer of 7 Millbank over the last 12 months. - Inc figs.

Answer: Mr. Allen: To ask the Chairman of the Administration Committee what estimate he has made of the cost of the theft of newspapers from the foyer of 7 Millbank over the last 12 months. [2653] Mr. Michael J. Martin: The estimated face value of newspapers removed is £520 per year. This estimated annual "cost", based on nine newspapers removed daily, is slightly misleading, given that by their very nature newspapers only have a value on the day of publication. Initiatives have been taken to reduce the loss, but they do require the co-operation of all hon. Members.

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