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Written question asked by Paul Flynn (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 26 March 1996. It was answered by John Major (Conservative) on Tuesday, 26 March 1996 on behalf of the Prime Minister.


Prime Minister

Question
What estimate he has made of the value of the works of art in the Royal palaces that are in the ownership of Her Majesty's Government. - (Holding answer 25 March 1996).
Answer

Mr. Flynn: To ask the Prime Minister what estimate he has made of the value of the works of art in the royal palaces that are in the ownership of Her Majesty's Government.[22812] The Prime Minister: [holding answer 25 March 1996]: The royal collection is not the responsibility of Government. The responsibility for works of art in the royal palaces rests with the Royal Collection Trust. Any questions concerning the royal collection should be addressed to the trust.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
22812; 274 c478W
Session
1995-96
Subjects
Artworks Royal family Official residences