<p>In the past three years 2,002 mechanical incidents relating to lifts across the Parliamentary estate have been reported.</p><ul><li>15/12/2020–14/12/2021: 465</li><li>15/12/2021–14/12/2022: 636</li><li>15/12/2021–14/12/2023: 901</li></ul><p><br>A lift refurbishment programme commenced in 2020 which aims to improve reliability and decrease unplanned downtime through mechanical upgrades. More than 60 lifts are being refurbished during a six-year phased approach programme. These lifts are situated within the Palace of Westminster, Portcullis House, and two outbuildings not on the main estate. The programme is due to end in 2026.</p>