HC Deb 23 June 1960 vol 625 cc650-1
6. Mr. Jeger

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what progress has been made towards the building of a national theatre on the South Bank of the Thames.

Sir E. Boyle

My right hon. Friend is still discussing certain aspects of this issue with the Arts Council.

Mr. Jeger

Is the hon. Gentleman not aware that he gave me a reply of that description on 11th February? In view of the change in the general climate, has there not been a change in the financial climate as well since that time?

Sir E. Boyle

The answer I gave on 11th February is still true. It is an extremely important decision. As the hon. Member knows, we have a new chairman of the Arts Council. This is a matter in which it would be better for the Government to keep the House in a state of slight impatience rather than make a premature decision.