HC Deb 29 July 1988 vol 138 c626W
Mr. Tony Banks

To ask the Prime Minister what work on the interior and exterior of No. 10 Downing street is envisaged during the next 12 months; what is the estimated cost; and how much in total has been spent on(a) fixtures and fittings, (b) interior and exterior decoration and (c) the grounds of No. 10 Downing street since 1979.

The Prime Minister

Work on the interior and exterior of 10 Downing street envisaged during 1988–89 consists of refurbishment, restorations, electrical and security improvements and general maintenance at an estimated cost of £975,000. Information on how much in total has been spent on fixtures and fittings, interior and exterior decoration and the grounds of 10 Downing street since 1979 is not available.