§ Mr. Clifton-BrownTo ask the hon. Member for Roxburgh and Berwickshire, representing the House of Commons Commission, how much has been spent on works of art and antiquities since 1 May 1997; and where the items purchased are on display. [155214]
§ Mr. KirkwoodVoted expenditure on acquisitions by the Advisory Committee on Works of Art since May 1997 has been £424,649. Most of the acquisitions are on display in the public rooms, lobbies and corridors of the Palace of Westminster, in Portcullis House and in the House of Commons outbuildings. Some minor items are in Members' offices.