As the Deputy will be aware, I have no responsibility for the day to day running of the National Gallery. However, I have been informed that part of the major restoration project underway at the National Gallery includes the provision of a new energy centre, which is necessary to provide modern environmental conditions and services in line with best international museum practice. I am advised that it was not possible to keep the existing magnolia trees, which are located where the energy centre will be built. I am informed that a group of new magnolia trees will be planted instead in the west corner of the lawn to complete the garden composition.