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<p>The Commission has had no discussions with the Metropolitan Police about the closure.</p><p>Exit
three from Westminster tube station has been closed until 2021 to ensure that works
to conserve the Elizabeth Tower can continue safely.</p><p>This decision was taken
by Parliament’s Strategic Estates Team and the appointed contractor, in close consultation
with Transport for London, the Metropolitan Police and Westminster City Council. The
Parliamentary Security Directorate were also consulted.</p><p>Hoardings have been
erected to direct members of the public, which will remain in place throughout the
duration of the project.</p><p>The closure is an additional safety measure for members
of the public given the proximity of that exit to the base of the Elizabeth Tower.</p>
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