§ Mr. Ray Powellasked the Secretary of State for the Environment if tenders were requested from furniture contractors for furnishing the new Committee Rooms in the Upper Committee Corridor; and, if so, whether contractors in depressed areas or areas of high unemployment were given the opportunity to tender.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergCompetitive tenders were invited in all cases and firms in development areas were included.
§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what was the total cost of the renovation and furnishing of the room for the Chairman of the Catering Committee, listing the furnishings and the separate costs.
§ Mr. Geoffrey FinsbergThe total cost of the renovation and furnishing was approximately £590. This comprised replastering and painting—£160, mechanical and engineering services—£130, curtains—£250 and two lampshades—£50. Other items for the room were provided from furniture elsewhere in the Palace.