HC Deb 20 June 1966 vol 730 c3
2. Mr. Strauss

asked the Minister of Public Building and Works what progress has been made in the erection of a statue in the Palace of Westminster to commemorate Sir Winston Churchill; and if he will make a statement

The Minister of Public Building and Works (Mr. R. E. Prentice)

Mr. Oscar Nemon, the sculptor recommended by the Memorial Committee, has been commissioned. A one-third scale model in plaster should be ready by the autumn. If this is approved, the bronze statue should be completed within a further two years.