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Restoration and Renewal Client Board
16 April 2026
Lead MP
Charlie Dewhirst
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
HousingForeign Affairs
Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Charlie Dewhirst raised concerns about restoration and renewal client board in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
The Restoration and Renewal Client Board has made progress in reporting costed proposals for the programme, including a phase 1 works package and preparation of temporary accommodation. However, there are concerns about the lack of consideration given to alternative options such as the 'waterside' option involving a floating pontoon on the Thames.
Battersea
Indicated dissent without providing details or arguments.
Nick Smith
Lab
Blaenau Gwent
The Restoration and Renewal Client Board reported costed proposals for the programme, recommending a phase 1 works package, preparation of temporary accommodation including a long-term resilience Commons Chamber, reducing delivery options from four to two, and engaging with parliamentarians through meetings and briefings. The preferred option involves moving the Commons to the northern estate and the House of Lords to the QEII centre due to safety and value-for-money reasons.
Questioned why the 'waterside' option was not included in the recommendations, expressing concerns over its exclusion despite potential benefits for allowing Parliament to continue accessing other parts of the estate during refurbishment.
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