§ Mr. GorrieTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland if he will ensure that enough funds are obtained to achieve the restoration of the Phoebe Traquair murals in the Mansfield Place Church, Edinburgh, and its opening to the public. [32541]
§ Mr. MacdonaldThe repair and restoration of Mansfield Place Church, Edinburgh is the responsibility of the owners. As the church is a category A-listed building of outstanding architectural and historic interest, it is open to the owners to apply for financial assistance under the Historic Buildings Repair Grants Scheme administered by Historic Scotland, as well as from other sources. In determining an application, the Agency would take due account of the urgency of the repair work, the extent to which public access would be provided, the other demands on its budget and the views of the Historic Buildings Council for Scotland.