§ Mr. Gordon PrenticeTo ask the Chairman of the Administration Committee what steps he is taking to ensure the security of cash dispensing machines located within the precincts of the Palace. [35681]
§ Mr. Michael J. MartinI consider the current security arrangements for the cash dispensing machines entirely satisfactory. Cash dispensing machines have been available within the precincts of the Palace since 1990. In that time, there has been one incident where a machine has been damaged. The individual responsible was easily identified and action is being taken by the police and the House authorities.