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Written question asked by Baroness Deech (Crossbench) on Monday, 3 February 2020, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 17 February 2020. It was answered by Viscount Younger of Leckie (Conservative) on Friday, 14 February 2020 on behalf of the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.


National Holocaust Memorial Centre and Learning Service

Question

To ask Her Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the (1) adequacy of the security arrangements required for the planned National Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre in Victoria Tower Gardens, and (2) arrangements to keep access to the Gardens open to children using the playground there.

Answer

The Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre will have security arrangements similar to the many other public buildings in Westminster. We are working with security experts, government agencies and the Metropolitan Police to ensure the necessary security measures are put in place and the gardens remain accessible for all users. Horseferry playground will also be enhanced and updated.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1248
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Access Children Playgrounds Security National Holocaust Memorial Centre and Learning Service Victoria Tower Gardens
Link
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