§ Mr. Simon HughesTo ask the Prime Minister (1) if his Department has carried out an energy audit of the properties at 10 Downing street and the Chequers estate within the last year;
(2) what measures have been taken over the last year to improve energy conservation at 10 Downing street and the Chequers estate.
§ Mr. MacGregorI have been asked to reply.
An energy audit of 10 to 12 Downing street was carried out in late 1990. The implementation of all the audit's recommendations will be completed by the end of the year. The Chequers estate is the responsibility of the Chequers Trust.