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<p>The Encaustic Tile Programme is a seven year conservation programme to replace
and repair the encaustic tiles throughout the Palace of Westminster. As part of the
programme, tiles which are in good condition are either left in place or re-used elsewhere
whenever possible.</p><p>In some cases, the tiles cannot be re-used elsewhere, and
the Administration and Works Committee in the Lords and the Administration Committee
in the Commons have agreed that, in these cases, some tiles should be kept for archival
purposes, some tiles should be donated to museums or related institutions, and a limited
number of tiles should be sold.</p><p>The Committees in both Houses are currently
discussing the details of this proposal.</p><p> </p>
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