Final funding secured for the Cutty Sark


HISTORIC landmark the Cutty Sark will be restored to its former glory after the final parts of a £46m funding package were secured.
Final funding to finish the project in time for Olympics and Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012 has been provided by a £3m grant from the Department for Culture, Media and Sport. 
Culture minister Margaret Hodge said: "The £3m grant from my department is the final link in a chain that has included magnificent donations from the Heritage Lottery Fund, The London Borough of Greenwich, The Greater London Authority and thousands of private donors. 

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