Once it’s gone, it’s gone. Or is it? Never say die, as the Brits say. (I should know: I am one.) But, enough is enough. No pussyfooting around this time. The Palace of Westminster is in dire straits. Surely everyone who has ever passed over Westminster Bridge in London knows the place. It is endlessly featured in films, documentaries and more. However, under the shadows, it is slowly and thoroughly crumbling. The Palace of Westminster (the UK Houses of Parliament) is at the center of
one of the largest, most contentious heritage conservation projects in modern history—the Restoration and Renewal (R&R) Programme. Decades of deferred maintenance have left the 19th-century Victorian Gothic palace in critical condition, prompting intense political debate over whether politicians must fully vacate the building. Decades of deferred maintenance have left the 19th-century Victorian Gothic palace in critical condition, prompting intense political debate over whether politicians must fully vacate the building, how much the repairs will cost, and how long the work will take.
From our perspective, there is no “ifs ands or buts” it must be done. Watch the video (courtesy of Fred Mills of the always excellent B1M)
In the meantime, London is most certainly open for you to visit. Get packing: it’s something to behold.
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