§ 58. Mr. T. Johnstonasked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether he is aware of the exhibition of Scottish art being arranged in London by the Royal Academy; and whether he can say whether every facility has been given by the National Galleries and the municipal galleries in Scotland for the lending of such works of art as may be required for the purposes of the exhibition?
§ The Secretary of State for Scotland (Mr. Colville)Yes, Sir. The Exhibition of Scottish Art to be held by the Royal Academy at Burlington House from January to March next will, I am informed, be a comprehensive one and will provide a unique opportunity of studying the achievements of Scottish Artists 1800 through the last three centuries. I am glad to have this opportunity of stating that the Executive Committee is assured of the fullest co-operation and assistance of the National and Municipal Galleries and of private owners in Scotland in the loan of works of art. Valuable contributions will also be made by the National Galleries in London, by municipal galleries in England and from many private sources.