§ 40. Mr. Hannahasked the First Commissioner of Works how much of the old Palace of Whitehall it has been found possible to preserve in reoccupying the site; and what steps are being taken to incorporate the river embankment wall and steps constructed by Sir Christopher Wren?
§ The First Commissioner of Works (Mr. Ramsbotham)The Wolsey wine-cellar will be preserved in the new building. The steps and river wall of Queen Mary's terrace, constructed by Sir Christopher Wren, will be preserved in situ outside the building.