§ Mr. KnapmanTo ask the Minister for the Arts how much money is being provided in the current year for the repair and maintenance of museums and galleries; and how much was provided five and 10 years ago.
§ Mr. LuceThis year's provision for building and maintenance at the 11 national museums and galleries which I sponsor is £48 million. In 1979–80 the provision was £14 million and in 1984–85 it was £28 million.