§ 41. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Public Building and Works if he is aware that the central heating system in the House of Commons is prejudicial to health; and if he will take steps to improve it and the system of ventilation.
§ Mr. C. PannellI have no reason for supposing that the system is in any way prejudicial to health, but I am always ready to consider suggestions for improvements.
§ Mr. HughesDoes my right hon. Friend realise that there is too much hot air in the Chamber, particularly at Question Time, since the last General Election, and that there are not enough stimulating and cooling draughts in the Chamber and elsewhere in Parliament? Will he take steps to rectify these defects?
§ Mr. PannellI think we knew of these things, but it does not come very well from my hon. and learned Friend to suggest that the system in this House is prejudicial to health. During the weekend I have been reading how he starts his day with a run across Hampstead Heath and a dive into the pond. Apart from that, my hon. and learned Friend is always in his place in this House and, all things considered, I think he is an extreme example of what a wonderful place this is to be in.