Written question asked by Tam Dalyell (Labour) on Monday, 14 March 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 17 March 2005. It was answered by Baroness Morris of Yardley (Labour) on Thursday, 17 March 2005 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Dept for Culture Media and Sport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with the Director of the Science Museum on the proposed closure of its library.

Answer: Mr. Dalyell: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what discussions she has had with the Director of the Science Museum on the proposed closure of its library. [222369] Estelle Morris: Following discussions with DCMS, the Trustees of the Science Museum have informed DCMS that they have decided for the time being, to continue the Science Museum Library's presence in the Imperial College building, South Kensington. This will enable the Trustees to give further consideration to the options, taking into account the feedback received from a wide range of interested parties.

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