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Written question asked by Lord Palmer (Crossbench) on Wednesday, 19 June 2019, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 3 July 2019. It was answered by Lord McFall of Alcluith (Non-affiliated) on Wednesday, 26 June 2019 on behalf of the Senior Deputy Speaker (HL).

House of Lords Chamber: Clocks and Watches

Question

To ask the Senior Deputy Speaker what is the cost of the new clocks in the House of Lords Chamber.

Answer

The new clocks in the House of Lords Chamber were procured together with new clocks for Grand Committee. Together the new clocks for the Chamber and Grand Committee cost £23,709.60. This includes the cost of the bespoke design, software, hardware and installation. It is inclusive of VAT.

The clocks are maintained by the same company that maintains the clocks in the House of Commons. Together the two Houses pay an annual maintenance fee of £3,596 per annum. The House of Lords pays 40% of this cost.

Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL16513
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Costs Clocks and watches House of Lords chamber
Contains statistics
Yes
Link
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