§ 84. Mr. Hamiltonasked the Minister of Works how much was spent on the redecoration of Clarence House in 1948; what is the estimated expenditure on redecoration in 1953; and whether, in view of the serious economic situation of the country, he will review the expenditure by his Department.
§ Mr. EcclesExpenditure on the modernisation of Clarence House in 1948–49 was £55,000. The cost of adaptations, redecorations and necessary maintenance work for the change of occupation is about £8,000. This work is completed.
§ Mr. Benceasked the Minister of Works what is the total sum expended, to date, on the reconstruction and decoration of Clarence House.
§ Mr. EcclesThe cost to the grant-inaid of adapting Clarence House for the change of occupation is about £8,000. The work is completed.