DUMFRIES HOUSE
Early day motion 1845, tabled 4 July 2007 by Lord Vaizey of Didcot (Conservative). Signed by 20 members.
That this House celebrates the success of the campaign to secure Dumfries House, in East Ayrshire, for the benefit of the nation; notes the importance of this architectural gem in offering huge potential for regeneration of the local area; applauds the work of SAVE Britain's Heritage in launching the campaign and The Art Fund in securing the purchase; recognises with gratitude the contribution made by HRH The Prince of Wales, the National Heritage Memorial Fund and the Scottish Executive among others; and looks forward to the opening of the property to the public in 2008.
Signatures by party: Conservative 9, Labour 9, Liberal Democrat 2.