HC Deb 15 March 2002 vol 381 cc1283-4W
Miss Begg

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what progress has been made on the joint review of the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery. [44336]

Dr. Howells

My right hon. and noble Friend the Minister for the Arts has today published the second stage report of the joint review of the National Gallery and National Portrait Gallery.

The report underlines the value of both galleries and the contribution they make to this country's cultural life. Both galleries have achieved a great deal in the last few years and have risen to the challenges set by government and themselves.

The report also finds the need for a closer, more strategic relationship between the galleries and the Department.

A copy of the report has been placed in the Libraries of both Houses.