Lichfield’s MP has suggested Birmingham as a new temporary location for Parliament.
Major asbestos work is set to be carried out in the Palace of Westminster – with MPs facing a move while it is carried out.
And Lichfield’s Michael Fabricant MP has suggested a move out of London to the House of Commons Commission.
“I would have suggested Lichfield,” he explained. “But only Lichfield Cathedral is a venue big enough to house Parliament and I am not sure the Dean and Chapter would agree to moving out!
“This has all arisen because of an internal report which is nearing completion on urgent works that need to be carried out to the Palace of Westminster. It is likely to say that the building will need to be vacated for two or three years so that the work can be undertaken swiftly and safely and at a lower cost than with MPs, Peers, and staff remaining in place.
“Although I would imagine the House will eventually decide to vacate to adjoining premises in Westminster, I wanted to be the first to put in a ‘bid’ for an alternative location. And what could be better than the Heart of England?”
