§ Mr. HarrisTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment why the gas lamps in New Palace Yard have been converted to electricity.
§ Mr. YeoThe gas lamps in New Palace Yard have been temporarily replaced by electric lamps following the discovery of damage to the mains supply. As substantial excavation work will be required to lay a new main, the work has been deferred to the summer recess to minimise disruption. It is expected that the gas lamps will be back in use in September.