§ Mr. Moateasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what was the cost of replacing old carpets in the Palace of Westminster in 1974 and 1975; and who recommended that replacement was necessary.
§ Mr. ArmstrongThe cost in 1974 was £29,658; in 1975 it is expected to be about £29,000. Replacement was recommended by the Department's Controller 781W of Supplies as part of the continuing maintenance programme for the Palace of Westminster, in consultation where necessary with the appropriate Works of Art Committee.