Question

To ask the hon. Member for Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney, representing the House of Commons Commission, whether the Commission has considered providing a Changing Places toilet in Portcullis House.

I can confirm we have considered the inclusion of a Changing Places toilet in Portcullis House.

The nearest Changing Places facility is in the Palace, so we fully recognise the importance of providing one in Portcullis House and are committed to exploring how best to deliver it in future. It is something we want to do and acknowledge it is needed to support accessibility and inclusion. Based on initial assessments, the most appropriate location would be on the first floor within the publicly accessible area. However, installation would require significant refurbishment and the relocation of an existing office.