6 JUNE 1835, Page 15
The report of the Committee of the Commons on the
new Houses of Parliament was laid on the table on Wednesday. The Committee re- commend an open competition in the preparation of plans; and that the plans offered should be referred to a Commission, to consist of five members, nominated by the King. The authors of such plans as the Commissioners deem worthy of reward, to receive 5001. each, the suc- cessful competitor 10001. The new building to contain double lobbies (for the purpose of taking the divisions conveniently), and better accommodation for strangers. The plans must be delivered to the Commissioners of Woods and Forests before the 1st of November next.