Replacement Commons chamber 'approved' in response to terror threat

Temporary building would be used in the event of a fire or terrorist attack, but decision criticised over lack of consultation

The parliamentary authorities have given initial approval for the construction of a replacement House of Commons chamber in case the original is destroyed by fire or a terrorist attack.

The Commons Commission, which oversees maintenance of the Palace of Westminster, has signed off “in principle” building an alternative as a contingency measure.

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from The Guardian http://ift.tt/2fWB1fC