Member

Pauline Mason was a long-standing member of the catering team. Her first job in the House was in March 1998, when she helped provide support in the Peers’ Dining Room. Throughout her 26 years in the House, Pauline saw many changes in the catering team, including new kitchens being built, which entailed the team working out of a temporary retrofitted kitchen in the Long Room. She was always on hand to support her team, working extra hours so that Peers were looked after, particularly at teatime. If noble Lords have had a toasted teacake in the afternoon, it was probably prepared by Pauline. She was a wonderful lady, quiet and courteous and a pleasure to work with. On behalf of the House, we wish her a happy and well-deserved retirement.