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Nos. 10, 11 and 12, Downing Street (Reconstruction)

Oral Answers to Questions — Ministry of Works – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 20 January 1959.

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Photo of Mr John Parker Mr John Parker , Dagenham 12:00, 20 January 1959

asked the Minister of Works whether he has yet reached any conclusions on the plans prepared by the architect for the reconstruction of Nos. 10, 11, and 12 Downing Street.

Photo of Mr Arthur Molson Mr Arthur Molson , High Peak

I cannot yet add anything to my reply to a Question by the hon. Member on 16th December.

Photo of Mr John Parker Mr John Parker , Dagenham

Will the Minister say when he expects to be able to make an announcement on this matter?

Photo of Mr Arthur Molson Mr Arthur Molson , High Peak

I am not a prophet.

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