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<p>The Senior Deputy Speaker has asked me, as Chairman of the Services Committee,
to respond on his behalf. The existing doors’ apertures are not large enough to accommodate
temporary frames and temporary double leaf fire doors. The cost of providing temporary
double leaf doors is considerably more expensive than single doors and the lead time
for double leaf doors would delay the programme; the cost and delay would increase
further for doors with double swing frames. The installed temporary glass panels are
compatible with certified British Standards and Building Regulations standards for
disabled access/visibility in that they allow wheelchair to wheelchair visibility
through the glass.</p><p>No consideration has been given to replace the temporary
doors given the deadline to achieve life safety compliance, compliance with British
Standards and Building Regulations, and the additional cost of replacement. The original
doors will be returned between mid-November and the end of November.</p>
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