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Work begins on Weston Williamson revamp of UK embassy in Paris
Embassy will remain open throughout £9.8m project
Work has begun on Weston Williamson’s £9.8m refurbishment of the British embassy in Paris.
The project for the Foreign and Commonwealth Office involves structural alterations, internal remodelling and redecoration throughout the Chancery Building on the Rue du Faubourg St Honore, which has been the official residence of the British ambassador since 1814. All electrical services within the building also need to be replaced.
The FCO said the project will be phased as the embassy needs to remain operational throughout the project.
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