HC Deb 04 August 1947 vol 441 cc966-7
30. Dr. Segal

asked the Minister of Works whether he has any suggestions to make for improving the ventilation of this Chamber.

Mr. Key

The present system is fairly satisfactory, although the filter screens are in need of repair. This work will be carried out during the coming recess.

Dr. Segal

Is the Minister aware that the hot air in this Chamber—[Interruption.]

Sir W. Smithers

Poison gas!

Dr. Segal

—is not a party issue? Is the Minister aware that the hot air tends to become stagnant, and could he not arrange to give it better circulation by installing a few more windows on hinges or by arranging air conditioning plant or electric fans?

Mr. Key

The question of the best means of overcoming the difficulties which have arisen is under consideration.

Mr. Derek Walker-Smith

Can the right hon. Gentleman say whether it is possible to copy the good example of another place, which has already got fans installed for the purpose of improving ventilation?

Mr. Key

I will look into that question.