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FAQs

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

The entrance to Portcullis House is situated on the Victoria Embankment and the nearest tube station is Westminster (Jubilee and District lines). The entrance is marked as No 4 on this map http://www.parliament.uk/documents/facilities/maps/colmap.pdf

All visitors are required to go through a standard airport style security check, there may be a queue so please allow additional time (20 minutes is recommended) to clear security.

For full details of location, how to get here and security check see http://www.parliament.uk/visiting/access/

What can I bring into the event?

There are no special requirements for this talk. Keeping bags to a minimum will speed up entry to the building. Some items are not allowed through the security check you will find the list of prohibited items here http://www.parliament.uk/visiting/access/security/