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 | | He therefore argued for a new appointment as a matter of urgency.[143] In Lord Chadlington's words, Ms Allen's advice on this occasion was that "it would be inappropriate for you to discuss this matter with the Arts Council. |
 | | Her original advice to Lord Chadlington to consult the Department was flawed: the Department had no role in the appointment; the Arts Council required appointments to be made by advertisement and it was for the Arts Council, if it thought it appropriate, to release the Royal Opera House from that requirement. |
 | | Nevertheless, Lord Chadlington recorded in his notes, and subsequently informed the Committee accordingly, that, in the very difficult and particular circumstances, the Secretary of State was "happy".[150] |
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