§ 45. Sir MARTIN CONWAYasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the Government has considered the interim Report of the Royal Commission on the National Museums and Galleries; whether the urgent proposals made therein commend themselves to the Government; and, if so, what action is contemplated with regard to Sir Joseph Duveen's offer?
Mr. SAMUELThe proposals contained in the interim Report of the Royal Commission on the National Museums and Galleries are now under close consideration. Many of the items involve technical problems which are being examined by the professional advisers of His Majesty's Government. A full statement will be made at the earliest possible moment.