HC Deb 30 June 1972 vol 839 cc431-2W
Mr. Wall

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what was the cost of providing blinds and curtains, respectively, for the office accommodation in the new Ministry of Environment; and why both were necessary.

Mr. Amery

The appropriate cost of supplying and fixing blinds and curtains was £10,900 and £17,800, respectively. Curtains are supplied only for the rooms of entitled senior officers and other special areas as part of the interior furnishing treatment. Blinds are supplied to rooms where the sun can be a nuisance whether or not curtains are fitted.

Mr. Wall

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he will have the lower walls of the new Ministry of Environment in Marsham Street cleared and completed.

Mr. Amery

I am considering proposals for treating the uncompleted walls at Marsham Street and for improving the general appearance of the site.