asked the Minister for the Environment if he will make funds available to Dublin Corporation to acquire on behalf of the Hugh Lane Municipal Art Gallery the adjoining National Ballroom, in view of the urgent accommodation and storage needs of the gallery; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers. - Art Gallery Accommodation.
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There are no funds at my disposal, either from the proceeds of the national lottery or otherwise to provide the funding which would be required for purchase and adaptation of the premises in question.