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HANSARDHistoric EnvironmentVery much so. The fact of the matter is that our historic environment is important to us all. It is also a world asset—something that draws millions of people to this country. It…11 Apr 2019HANSARDPublic LibrariesNearly 3,000 public libraries in England received 195 million physical visits in 2017-18. That is more than all the visits to premier league football games, to cinemas and to…11 Apr 2019HANSARDPublic LibrariesI do not accept the hon. Gentleman’s claim. The fact is that this Government are supporting local government in its work. Local government has a responsibility under the Public…11 Apr 2019HANSARD Tourism: East of EnglandMy hon. Friend is very generous to offer to pay for that journey, but I could not possibly intrude in that way. We will see if we can get there by more conventional means. There…20 Mar 2019HANSARD Tourism: East of Englandindicated assent.20 Mar 2019HANSARD Tourism: East of EnglandIt is a pleasure to be the Minister responding to this debate. I thank my hon. Friend the Member for Colchester (Will Quince) for raising the subject and commend him for the…20 Mar 2019HANSARDContingency Liability Notification: British Tourist AuthorityThe Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (Michael Ellis): Today I am laying before Parliament a departmental minute describing a liability…15 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI commend my hon. Friend for what she does for her county of Derbyshire. I previously referred to her as the prima ballerina assoluta of this House when she asked a question about…07 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsI am delighted to say that Northern Ireland tourism is doing extremely well with visitors from North America and elsewhere. The Titanic exhibition, for example, is extremely…07 Mar 2019HANSARDTopical QuestionsMy hon. Friend is absolutely right to highlight that issue. Northumberland is, of course, a county that millions want to visit, and should do. I am hoping, in fact, to visit…07 Mar 2019HANSARDPublic Libraries: NorthamptonshireYes, I will, and I thank my hon. Friend for his work in this regard over many months. I have been in touch with the council leader and the chief executive. I am pleased to confirm…07 Mar 2019HANSARDPublic Libraries: NorthamptonshireNorthamptonshire County Council is responsible for the delivery of a comprehensive and efficient library service. The Department is aware of its plans for changes to the service.…07 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: TourismThe hon. Gentleman is welcome. We are very pleased to have supported his area in the way that we have, and we will continue to do so.07 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: TourismThey are vital. Everyone wants to go on holiday in Pembrokeshire. We need broadband to work well. The Government have allocated £66 million to Welsh regions to support the…07 Mar 2019HANSARDLeaving the EU: TourismThe UK has a thriving tourism landscape. Both 2016 and 2017 showed all-time record numbers of visitors and spend, and we want that to continue. The UK and EU have proposed…07 Mar 2019HANSARDHolocaust (Return of Cultural Objects) (Amendment) Bill (First sitting)I start by thanking all colleagues who have spoken so powerfully this afternoon. This is one subject where we should all speak as one. Let me say on behalf of Her Majesty’s…27 Feb 2019HANSARDTourismI do. My hon. Friend may have seen an article by the director of the Victoria & Albert Museum. I was surprised that the director had time to engage with the subject of a tourism…31 Jan 2019HANSARDTourismWhat I can guarantee is that my portfolio involves looking after the interests of musicians and orchestras. The Department does that by lobbying where appropriate and by…31 Jan 2019HANSARDMusic EducationGiving young people opportunities to participate in art, drama and music at school can be transformative for their self-confidence, mental health and life chances, which is why…31 Jan 2019HANSARDMusic EducationIt is important to have music in schools—I absolutely recognise that—and I am working closely with colleagues at the Department for Education. I have meetings with the Minister…31 Jan 2019