HC Deb 23 March 1932 vol 263 c1026
30. Mr. McENTEE

asked the First Commissioner of Works whether he will consult with the architects of his Department as to the possibilities of making more effective use of the valuable site occupied by Somerset House; and whether he can give any indication of the extra cost for heating, lighting, etc., involved in the use of this ancient building as public offices?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

This proposal was in fact considered by my predecessor last year, and I entirely agree with the decision then reached to preserve the existing buildings on this site. In regard to the second part of the question, I regret that it is not possible to furnish any reliable estimate.