§ Mr. Buchananasked the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will make a statement about assistance for the housing of the Burrell Collection.
§ Mr. RossWhen Glasgow Corporation has prepared plans for the gallery, the Government are prepared to make a once-and-for-all contribution of £250,000136W towards the capital cost, subject to the authorisation of the necessary funds by Parliament. This contribution will be given in recognition not only of the unique nature of the Burrell Collection and its importance to the whole nation, but also of the satisfactory settlement of the future of Pollok House.