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United KingdomAsbestos found in Parliament, refurbishment decision urged
Asbestos has been discovered in Parliament, prompting urgent calls for a refurbishment decision to prevent potential fire risks.
Background
Many older public buildings globally, constructed before the health risks were fully understood, contain asbestos. Governments face ongoing challenges in managing these legacy materials, balancing public safety, historical preservation, and significant refurbishment costs.
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Asbestos found in Parliament, refurbishment decision urged
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MPs are being urged to make a decision on Parliament's refurbishment due to the discovery of asbestos and warnings of fire hazards.
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