§ Mr. Allan StewartTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland how much of the cost of building the Burrell gallery in Glasgow was met by the Government; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Michael ForsythI have today authorised the payment of £595,662 in full and final settlement of the Government's grant contribution towards the cost of building the gallery. This will make the final total of Government grant £9,426,160. A total of £1,742,336 was contributed by the Burrell fund and the balance of just under 50 per cent. was met by Glasgow district council.