HC Deb 18 January 1994 vol 235 c519W
Mr. Clifton-Brown

To ask the Chairman of the Accommodation and Works Committee when the fire regulations for the Palace of Westminster were last reviewed; and what assessment has been made of their adequacy.

Mr. Ray Powell

The Home Office fire service inspectorate recently reviewed the fire precautions in the Palace of Westminster and recommended additional measures. Works are progressing and a new fire certificate is expected to be issued later this year.