§ Mr. Bestasked the Secretary of State for Wales if he has received representations about the proposed sale at auction of the artistic estate of the late Charles Tunnicliffe since his reply of 26 March, Official Report, c. 408, to the hon. Member for Warley, East (Mr. Faulds); and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Nicholas EdwardsI have received a number of representations both from individuals and national bodies expressing deep concern at the prospect that this important collection could be dispersed. I share this concern and hope that discussions currently taking place with the interested bodies will lead to a satisfactory outcome.