§ Mr. Peter BottomleyTo ask the Chairman of the Accommodation and Works Committee if the southern floor of Westminster Hall is sinking; and if he will make a statement. [15405]
§ Mr. Ray PowellOver a period of years there has been some slight movement of the floor at the south end of Westminster Hall. A firm of structural engineers specialising in historic buildings has been appointed to investigate and is expected to produce an interim report in April 1996. Levels and other measurements are monitored regularly. Investigations already made over the Christmas period suggest that major work will not be required.