I see that our First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has confirmed that the Scottish Government will also provide support for the Glasgow School of Art, alongside the support offered by Theresa May, the Prime Minister of Great Britain and one of her other minister a man called David Mundell.
Wouldn't it be terrible if it had burned to the ground, we'd have to replace it with a horrible eyesore of a modern building?
Charles Rennie Mackintosh was able to create such influential designs that anyone in their right mind would want to ensure this fantastic building was saved. His skills in Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts design is recognised the world over and his legacy should be protected for the whole of Scotland.
In this instance, most of the repairs should be paid for by insurance companies, but as tax payers we must be prepared to assist if needed.
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