HL Deb 10 March 1975 vol 358 cc30-1

"It is expected that there will be some disturbance to the facilities of the House but it it hoped that these will be kept to a minimum. Indeed, it will not be possible to predict how extensive they will be until we have some experience of the numbers involved in industrial action.

"It is not expected that electric lighting, heating and power will be seriously affected, and this includes the air conditioning system. The Refreshment Department will continue to function normally in so far as it is in their power to do and certain noble Lords will no no doubt be glad to hear that the Division Bells will be rung if necessary.

"On postal facilities, it is uncertain whether or not there will be regular deliveries to the Palace of Westminster and it would be prudent for Peers to post any outgoing mail in letter boxes outside.

"As to Parliamentary Papers, it is hoped that Peers in receipt of Papers by post will continue to receive them, but there may be a very restricted supply of Papers available in the Printed Paper Office. The position relating to the printing of Hansard is not clear but every effort will be made to ensure that the papers necessary for the business of the House will continue to be made available."