HC Deb 27 November 1952 vol 508 cc611-2
36. Mr. Erroll

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury why the number of warders at the London Museum increased from 13 in 1951–52 to 17 in 1952–53.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

In April, 1951, there were 10 warders at the London Museum: now there are 15. The increase of 5 is due to the re-opening of the museum to the public in July, 1951, on its removal to Kensington Palace from Lancaster House.

Mr. Erroll

Could not the cost of the additional number of warders be offset by adjustment of the admission price to the public?

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

If my hon. Friend will put that Question down I will endeavour to get him the answer.