Written questions

Palace of Westminster: Repairs and Maintenance

Commons · Question 5269 · Tabled 29 May 2026 · Restoration and Renewal Client Board · Official record

Answered 8 Jun 2026

Question

Asked by Andrew Snowden

To ask the hon. Member for Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney, representing the Restoration and Renewal Client Board, if the Board will prioritise UK companies from outside London for works related to the redevelopment of the Palace of Westminster.

Answer

Answered by Nick Smith, 8 Jun 2026

The Restoration and Renewal (R&R) Programme for the Palace of Westminster aims to rebuild the UK’s heritage construction skills base, create thousands of high‑quality jobs, and strengthen capability across the whole heritage sector.Under the Parliamen...