HC Deb 21 December 1893 vol 20 c73
SIR T. ESMONDE (Kerry, W.)

I beg to ask the Secretary to the Treasury if the Government will give Irish architects the opportunity of submitting designs for the proposed extension of the National Gallery in Dublin?

* THE SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY (Sir J. T. HIBBERT,) Oldham

In answer to my hon. Friend on the 15th instant, I stated that I saw no prospect at present of being able to provide the funds requisise for the extension; I think, therefore, the question of an architect is premature.

SIR T. ESMONDE

But may I take it that an opportunity will be given to Irish architects?

* SIR J. T. HIBBERT

Whenever the question arises, no doubt Irish architects will receive the same consideration as others.