HC Deb 21 February 1949 vol 461 c1594
88. Mr. Keeling

asked the Minister of Works whether he will have the pictures exhibited in the Palace of Westminster cleaned; and whether he will light the best of them.

The Minister of Works (Mr. Key)

Many pictures have been cleaned in recent years, and others needing attention will receive it in due course. The existing lighting system is loaded up to capacity, and in the circumstances I regret that I cannot provide special lighting. I will review the matter when the new sub-station is in operation.

Mr. Keeling

Is the Minister aware that all the pictures in your dining room, Mr. Speaker, are lit, and that there are two or three pictures in our dining rooms that are of considerable interest? Surely, it is possible to light them?

Mr. Edward Evans

Will the Minister also consider putting curtains over some of the other pictures?