Written question asked by Andrew Dismore (Labour) on Friday, 24 November 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 30 November 2000. It was answered by Marion Roe (Conservative) on Thursday, 30 November 2000 on behalf of the Administration Committee.

Administration Select Committee

Question: To ask the Chairman of the Administration Committee, what arrangements apply to honourable Members who wish to provide refreshments to constitutents at events in rooms in Portcullis House; if honourable Members are entitled to make their own refreshment arrangements; and if she will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Dismore: To ask the Chairman of the Administration Committee what arrangements apply to hon. Members who wish to provide refreshments to constituents at events in rooms in Portcullis House; if hon. Members are entitled to make their own refreshment arrangements; and if she will make a statement. [140823] Mrs. Roe: Catering in the multi-purpose conference rooms (the Attlee Suite and the Macmillan Room) will be provided by the Refreshment Department. Hon. Members will be invited to liaise directly with the Portcullis House Catering Manager, as different menu options are available. At the time of booking Meeting Rooms M to U, hon. Members will be asked if they require any refreshments and they will be offered tea, coffee, biscuits, sandwiches, morning pastries or afternoon cakes. Currently, hon. Members are able to make their own arrangements for providing refreshment in the Jubilee Room and in Room E in 7 Millbank. I understand that all of the arrangements in Portcullis House will be reviewed after six months of operation.

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