HL Deb 20 December 2000 vol 620 cc65-6WA
Lord Graham of Edmonton

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Who will be the preferred purchaser for the former Royal Army Medical Corps site on Millbank. [HL250]

The Minister of State, Ministry of Defence (Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean)

After detailed consideration of all the bids received, and consultation within government, we have selected the London Institute as the preferred purchaser for the site.

We believe that this decision provides an opportunity to establish a major arts educational institution alongside an art gallery of international standing. This will allow a synergy to develop which will benefit the creative industries as well as having other educational advantages.