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Written question asked by Lord Patten (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 April 1998. It was answered by Lord Williams of Mostyn (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 April 1998.


Williams of Mostyn, Lord

Question
Why rough sleeping and begging are permitted in the immediate vicinity of Westminster Cathedral while they are not permitted in the immediate vicinity of Westminster Abbey. [HL1504].

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
588 c199-200WA
Session
1997-98
Subjects
Buildings Churches City of Westminster Begging and vagrancy Public order offences Sleeping rough