Written question asked by John Bercow (Conservative) on Wednesday, 23 June 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 6 July 1999. It was answered by Lord Howarth of Newport (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 July 1999 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, if he will place in the Library a copy of the presentation on European identity given at the EU Weimar meeting on cultural and audiovisual issues; what is his policy on the issues raised; and if he will make a statement. - Inc fact that I will ensure that a copy of Jorge Semprun's Weimar speech is placed in the Libraries.

Answer: Mr. Bercow: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if he will place in the Library a copy of the presentation on European identity given at the EU Weimar meeting on cultural and audiovisual issues; what is his policy on the issues raised; and if he will make a statement. [88464] Mr. Alan Howarth: I will ensure that a copy of Jorge Semprun's Weimar speech is placed in the Libraries of the House. The meeting in Weimar underlined to those present the benefits which can accrue from learning the lessons of history and using culture as a means towards better mutual understanding between the peoples of Europe. Following the meeting in Weimar, the German Presidency presented a draft Council Resolution on integrating history into the European Community's cultural action. The Resolution was agreed unanimously at the Culture/Audiovisual Council in Luxembourg on 28 June, and a copy will be placed in the Libraries of the House when the final text is available.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 88464; 334 c457-8W
Session: 1998-99
Subjects: Disclosure of information Cultural heritage Europe EC Culture Council