In a bid to cut back on wasteful heating and fuel bills, British parliament is to shut from 1st September 2011, all the way through the winter, until 1st April, 2012. MPs will "work from home" to cut costs to the tax payer and members of the public are being encouraged to visit them at their house(s) to discuss matters of the constituency. It is also another way to ensure no false claims can be made for commuting.
The houses of parliament will still remain open for certain periods but only for guided tours of the facilities for tourists, who will be asked to wrap up warmly as all heating is to be switched off. Tour guides will carry torches to help interested sightseers see, and a packed lunch will also be provided.
Tickets will start from £25 but there will be discounts for groups of 10 or over.
More details at House of Parliament.
The houses of parliament will still remain open for certain periods but only for guided tours of the facilities for tourists, who will be asked to wrap up warmly as all heating is to be switched off. Tour guides will carry torches to help interested sightseers see, and a packed lunch will also be provided.
Tickets will start from £25 but there will be discounts for groups of 10 or over.
More details at House of Parliament.
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