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Written question asked by Lord Brennan of Canton (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 June 2017, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 July 2017 (named day). It was answered by John Glen (Conservative) on Monday, 3 July 2017 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.


Cultural Heritage: Repairs and Maintenance

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what recent discussions she has had with representatives from the heritage sector on continuing access to imported specialist materials for restoration work after the UK leaves the EU.

Answer

Government fully recognises the value of our heritage, which makes an important contribution to our economy and well being. The Secretary of State and the Minister for Heritage have held round tables with sector representatives to assess the impact of leaving the EU on the heritage sector. The Department remains committed to working with the UK heritage sector to ensure that its needs and views are understood.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
1288
Session
2017-19
Subjects
Cultural heritage Materials Repairs and maintenance Brexit
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk