Written Question·House of Commons Commission·UIN 28820

Parliamentary Estate: Lead

Tabled: 4 February 2025
Answered: 19 February 2025

Question

Terry Jermy

LabourSouth West Norfolk

To ask the hon. Member for Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney, representing the House of Commons Commission, whether the Commission has tested for lead levels on the parliamentary estate.

Answer

Nick Smith
We are aware lead is present in the Palace of Westminster and other older buildings on the estate, particularly underneath existing paintwork. When left undisturbed lead does not pose a risk to users of the buildings.Where relevant, lead is tested for as ...

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