HC Deb 01 December 1983 vol 49 c559W
Mr. Charles Irving

asked the Lord Privy Seal how many rooms in the Palace of Westminister are used as bedrooms; how many beds there are in each room; and who uses them and for what purpose.

Mr. Biffen

There are 42 rooms in the Palace of Westiminster which are used as bedrooms by those occupying official residences and by staff of the House whose duties may require the provision of overnight accommodation.