Undated handout artist's impression issued by the UK Parliament of a proposed colour scheme for Big Ben, as parliamentary authorities have revealed that it is to return to its original Victorian colour scheme which includes the St George Cross and blu
Big Ben is to return to its original Victorian colour scheme, which includes the Cross of St George and blue numbers on the clock face, parliamentary authorities have revealed.
An artist’s impression showing six shields bearing the red and white English national flag above each dial was revealed by the House of Commons Commission on Wednesday.
The blackened dials of the famous clock will also revert to Prussian blue numbers with gold frames filled with white glass as part of the £61 million renovation of the Elizabeth Tower.
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