Prague 1: The building of the former Federal Assembly must live

Prague - The building of the former Federal Assembly must, according to the vision of the Prague 1 city hall, come to life. According to the new councilor for urban development Filip Dvořák (ODS), it should also serve an entertainment function. According to the government plan, the building should serve the National Museum, initially as a depository and later as a modern part of the historical building. "We understand the goals of the National Museum; however, a reasonable compromise beneficial for the city must be reached," Dvořák told reporters today.
    During the previous regime, the building was closed as the seat of the Federal Assembly; now, as it houses Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the situation is the same, the councilor pointed out. If it serves the museum, it will again be closed in the evening, according to him. "This contradicts the goals of Prague 1," Dvořák said. The city hall leadership will discuss this with the Minister of Culture, he added.
    Currently, there is a restaurant in the back part of the building, but according to Dvořák, there must also be entertainment facilities in the opposite part facing Wenceslas Square. There could be a bar, wine bar, and even a disco. It is compatible with the needs of the museum. "The facility can serve the entire city excellently," he emphasized.
    According to him, the building influences the life of part of Wenceslas Square. Its significance will further increase after the so-called north-south highway is only behind the National Museum building. According to city hall plans, this should happen sometime after 2010.