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November 1991 saw the ceremonial opening by HRH the Prince of Wales of Phase I of the New Parliamentary Building. This was the first purpose-built accommodation for the House since the inauguration of its new Chamber in 1950. The new building saved and incorporated the old facades and much of the construction behind them.