HC Deb 23 November 1987 vol 123 c61W
95. Mr. Fallon

To ask the Minister for the Arts if he will make a statement on his recent "Art in Government" initiative.

Mr. Luce

This is a pilot scheme under which I have commissioned and obtained a number of copies of six paintings by promising artists, for display in the Government offices for which I am responsible. I believe that this will enliven the working environment, at a modest cost, and encourage some deserving artists. I hope that it will be possible for other Government Departments to initiate similar schemes.