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Parthenon Sculptures

Asked by Mr Richard HoldenConservativeDepartment for Culture, Media and SportTabled Answered 10 December 2024UIN 18206

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions the Prime Minister has had with (a) representatives of the British Museum and (b) the Greek government on the Elgin Marbles.

Answered by Chris Bryant

The Prime Minister met the Greek Prime Minister on 3rd December. I would refer the Rt Hon Member to the read-out of their meeting. Decisions relating to the care and management of the Parthenon Sculptures are a matter for the British Museum Trustees.

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