House of Commons · General Debate
22 April 2021 · 2 other contributors
Opened by Charlotte Nichols Lab Warrington North
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Charlotte Nichols raised concerns about parliamentary works sponsor body in the House of Commons. A government minister responded. Other MPs also contributed.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
The Palace of Westminster is our nation’s flagship building and the home of UK democracy. It is only right that in procurement for its restoration we do all we can to support UK manufacturing and jobs. At a difficult time for the steel industry, an infrastructure project of this size and profile would no doubt be a huge boost for the sector.
The Palace of Westminster is our nation’s flagship building and the home of UK democracy. It is only right that in procurement for its restoration we do all we can to support UK manufacturing and jobs. At a difficult time for the steel industry, an infrastructure project of this size and profile would no doubt be a huge boost for the sector.
The restoration and renewal programme will create investment nationwide through a supply chain involving hundreds of businesses. Building materials will be sourced domestically wherever possible, including high-quality UK steel. The project will comply with public sector procurement rules but within those we will seek to source materials domestically wherever possible. We are planning to sign the UK steel charter.
Government Response
The restoration and renewal programme will create investment nationwide through a supply chain involving hundreds of businesses. Building materials will be sourced domestically wherever possible, including high-quality UK steel. The project will comply with public sector procurement rules but within those we will seek to source materials domestically wherever possible. We are planning to sign the UK steel charter.