Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Tessa Munt and Ian Murray

Thursday 18th June 2026 Commons Chamber

[Ian Murray]

I can only repeat what I have said in previous answers and in my initial response to the hon. Gentleman. The sculptures are owned by the British Museum. The chair of the trustees, the former Chancellor —the hon. Gentleman’s Chancellor in the coalition Government—has had talks with Greek Ministers on this issue to seek a constructive partnership. We support those talks, but it is for the British Museum trustees to reach an agreement with the Greek Government. As I have said, we would not stand in the way if such an agreement was put in place.

[Tessa Munt (Wells and Mendip Hills) (LD)]

2. What steps she is taking to help ensure that children from less privileged backgrounds can access music and dance training.