House of Commons · General Debate
28 June 2021 · 2 other contributors
Opened by Jacob Rees-Mogg Con North East Somerset
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Jacob Rees-Mogg raised concerns about parliamentary works sponsor body in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
Key points
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said.
Opened the debate
Moves for the reappointment of Marta Phillips, Dr Simon Thurley and Simon Wright as external members of the Parliamentary Works Sponsor Body under Part 1, Schedule 1 to the Parliamentary Buildings (Restoration and Renewal) Act 2019. Emphasises that preliminary restoration works are underway and highlights the importance of having qualified individuals in place for the restoration process.
Asks if members will ever mix cement, questioning their practical involvement in restoration work.
Supports the appointment of the new members and emphasises the need for skilled stonemasons and apprenticeships. Suggests that the parliamentary archives should remain within Parliament, agreeing with Chris Bryant's intervention.
Shadow Response
Chris BryantIntervenes to express concern over the relocation of parliamentary archives, agreeing with the view that they should remain in Westminster.