In Plain English
AI-generatedThe Parliamentary Buildings (Restoration and Renewal) Act 2019 became law after receiving Royal Assent. It sets out a long-term plan to repair and renew the Parliament buildings (the Palace of Westminster) and provides the governance and funding framework to deliver the project while Parliament continues to operate.
Key Points
- Creates the framework for a long-term Restoration and Renewal Programme to repair and modernise the Parliament's buildings.
- Establishes governance and funding arrangements to oversee the project and ensure work can proceed without halting Parliament.
- Two amendments were approved at Report Stage, shaping delivery and oversight of the programme.
- The legislation received cross-party support overall, with most Labour, SNP, Liberal Democrat, Plaid Cymru and Independent MPs in favour, while Conservative and DUP MPs largely opposed.
- The Act has become law following Royal Assent (2019).
Progress
The bill has completed Parliament and received Royal Assent, so it is now law.
Voting
In the two Report Stage amendments, most non-Conservative parties voted in favour while Conservatives and the DUP largely voted against; Sinn Féin and the Speaker did not cast votes in these divisions.
Who is affected?
Members of Parliament and LordsParliament staff and contractors working on the projectConstruction workers and suppliers involved in the programmeResidents and businesses around the Westminster areaVisitors to Parliament and members of the public funding the project
Generated 21 February 2026