§ 60. Mr. Stodartasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will make a statement about the discussions he has had with the Lord Provost of Edinburgh and with members of the Arts Council; and what plans he has for grant-aiding the purchase of the Kings Theatre, Edinburgh, in order that performances by Scottish Opera and other companies may continue to take place in Edinburgh, both during the Festival and at other times of the year, until a more suitable opera house is built.
§ Miss Jennie LeeThe discussions centred on the proposal for a new opera house but both the Arts Council and the Scottish Arts Council shared the concern of the Edinburgh Corporation that the King's Theatre should continue to be available.
The question of financial assistance is a matter for the Arts Council, who are in close touch with the Corporation.