HC Deb 09 February 1972 vol 830 c356W
41. Mr. Lipton

asked the Lord President of the Council if he will make a statement on the parapet on the raised terrace of the House of Commons, so far as Members' safety is concerned.

Mr. Whitelaw

The terrace wall has been raised by about 18 inches as a protection against possible flooding, thereby increasing Members' safety. In order to preserve the amenities of the terrace the level of the terrace is being raised so that it will be about three feet below the top of the raised wall.