HC Deb 21 March 1974 vol 870 cc156-7W
Dr. Phipps

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what help he proposes to give to enable the restoration of the Royal Albert Hall to be completed.

Mr. Hugh Jenkins

As the Council of the Royal Albert Hall has been successful in raising £150,000 towards the completion of the restoration, in accordance with arrangements made with the council I have authorised the payment of a matching £150,000 which it is hoped will enable the restoration work to be completed before the 1974 Promenade season. All concerned with the arts in London will, I am sure, share my satisfaction that this has been possible.