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<p>The lift programme is split into two phases.</p><p>Phase 1: £5.05m will refurbish
11 lifts in the Palace of Westminster that were identified as a priority (forecast
completion 2022).</p><p>Phase 2: Has an estimated cost of £35.9m. This would refurbish
42 lifts in the Palace of Westminster and 15 lifts on other parts of the Estate. Please
note – this is an estimated cost. In addition, it is still to be determined how many
of these lifts will be delivered as part of this Programme or delivered as part of
R&R.</p><p>The programme will deliver a full electrical and mechanical refurbishment
to the lifts so that they continue to be safe to use. This will also ensure that they
are compliant with current standards and legislation, including fire safety.</p>
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