HL Deb 03 December 1998 vol 595 cc53-4WA
Lord Cocks of Hartcliffe

asked the Chairman of Committees:

Whether he will give an undertaking that the granite used in the refurbishment of Old Palace Yard will be British. [HL138]

The Chairman of Committees (Lord Boston of Faversham)

No. Provenance cannot be taken into account in choosing the granite to be used: the appearance of the granite and value for money must be considered. I can, however, give an assurance that British granites will be examined by the designers. I shall share in the noble Lord's happiness if a British granite is used.