HC Deb 22 June 1959 vol 607 cc103-4W
Mr. H. Wilson

asked the Minister of Works how frequently during the recent hot weather temperature readings were taken in the public cafeteria of the House of Commons; and what were the maximum temperatures recorded in the cafeteria and kitchen, respectively; and how many times the temperature exceeded 80 degrees fahrenheit.

Mr. Molson

Temperature readings are taken in the strangers' cafeteria three times a day, at 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.

The highest temperature so far recorded this year is 78° at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. on 12th May. No records are taken of temperatures in the kitchen.

An air-cooling plant is to be installed in the cafeteria during the forthcoming Long Recess.