YP Comment: Don't delay Westminster revamp

They’re mistaken. Such short-termism overlooks the fact that the Houses of Parliament are a symbol of Britain’s national heritage and help to attract money-spending tourists from around the world each year.

Now that a Parliamentary report has concluded that “the most economical, effective and efficient” restoration option is to move the Commons and Lords to an alternative venue while the Palace is restored, the powers-that-be need to get on with the task in hand – it’s also a once-in-a-generation opportunity to showcase the skills of Britain’s stonemasons and other specialist trades which will be required in abundance for such an ornate project. The longer that those concerned dither and delay, the greater the cost to taxpayers as the fabric of this historic building deteriorates.