§ Mrs. Renée Shortasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will take steps to purchase for the nation the unique collection of original nineteenth century costumes to be offered by auction on 11th July, details of which have been sent to him.
§ Miss Jennie LeeThis is a matter on which the initiative must come from the museums. It is for them to decide how they wish to spend the annual purchase 31W grants which are at their disposal. In addition, they are at liberty to apply for special supplementary grants.