§ Mr. MANDERasked the First Commissioner of Works if he will consider the advisability of having the varnish removed from the oak woodwork of the House of Commons?
§ Mr. LANSBURYThe removal of the varnish from the oakwork has already been carried out in various parts of this building, but the change of colour involved suggests that discrimination is necessary in extending such treatment. I am doubtful if, under present conditions, the expense could be justified.