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    Sandra Osborne

    Labour Party | Ayr, Carrick & Cumnock

    Houses of Parliament

    Take a Tour of Parliament?

    I am happy to help arrange for a tour of the Houses of Parliament in London and to apply for special permits on behalf of my constituents to go on tours. However, you should be aware that there are some restrictions on when you can tour the Palace of Westminster.

    Climb to the Top of Big Ben?

    Tours of the Clock Tower (Big Ben) are available on request. There is a very limited capacity with a maximum of 16 visitors per tour; no children under 11 are allowed.

    Watch a Debate?

    I am also glad to help obtain tickets for the Strangers' Gallery of the House of Commons for constituents. Strangers' Gallery is where members of the public can watch the proceedings of the House of Commons. Each Member of Parliament is allocated two tickets, about once a fortnight. As you may know, Strangers' Gallery Tickets for Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesdays are very difficult to get hold of. I will do my best to arrange tickets for Prime Minister's Questions, but it helps if constituents can provide a choice of dates, as far in advance as possible.

    If you are interested in obtaining tickets for the Strangers' Gallery, please contact me with your preferred dates.

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