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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Restoration and Renewal Programme: Essential Scheme Initial Assessment of Cost and Schedule and Continued Presence Impact Study

23 February 2022 · Parliamentary Works Sponsor Body

Proposed by Mark Tami Lab Alyn and Deeside

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Key points

  • Parliamentary Works Sponsor Body deposited a paper on the initial assessment of cost and schedule for the R&R Essential Scheme.
  • The document includes a Continued Presence Impact Study regarding the House of Commons maintaining presence in the Palace during works.
  • Preliminary cost estimates are provided for potential impacts of continued presence.

Issue summary

The Parliamentary Works Sponsor Body has deposited a paper detailing an initial assessment of cost and schedule for the R&R Essential Scheme, as well as the Continued Presence Impact Study.

Action requested

This document provides information on potential impacts if the House of Commons maintains presence in the Palace during works, including preliminary cost estimates. No specific action is requested beyond sharing this information for scrutiny.

Key facts

  • The paper includes an Initial Assessment of Cost and Schedule for the Essential Scheme.
  • It also covers the Continued Presence Impact Study.
  • This initial assessment reflects thoughts approximately halfway through the planned period for developing the Programme Business Case.
  • Potential cost ranges include significant allowances for contingency to account for risks inherent in such complex programmes.
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