§ Mr. GEORGE TERRELLasked the hon. Member for Southampton, as representing the First Commissioner of Works, whether, in view of the timber stagings which are being erected in Westminster Abbey, any and, if so, what, precautions are being taken against an outbreak of fire?
The TREASURER of the HOUSEHOLD (Mr. Dudley Ward)Full precautions are being taken. A fireman is on duty by day and by night, in addition to the fireman of the Abbey. Telephonic connection has been established with the London Fire Brigade. An officer of the Brigade has inspected the Abbey, and has expressed himself satisfied with the arrangements.