§ Sir THOMAS ESMONDEasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland if the Finucane collection of pictures is for sale; and, in that event, if he will recommend its purchase to the Treasury for the Irish National Gallery?
§ Mr. BIRRELLI am not aware that the collection referred to is for sale. The question of the desirability of purchasing any picture or collection of pictures for the Irish National Gallery is primarily a matter for the consideration of the governors of the Gallery.