HC Deb 05 March 2002 vol 381 c262W
Mr. Gibb

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, pursuant to her answer of 14 February 2002,Official Report, column 592W, for what reason ownership of the sculpture did not accrue to NMEC. [39147]

Tessa Jowell: In common with other sculptures at the dome site, NMEC paid only for construction and installation in order to keep the cost affordable. Ownership rights remain with Anthony Gormley, therefore. He has, however, made it clear that he wishes the sculpture to remain on the site. The necessary permissions are being pursued to make this happen.