§ Mr. Fauldsasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science whether he is satisfied with the regulations governing the export of British historical portraits: and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MulleyBritish historical portraits are covered by the normal export control regulations for works of dart and antiques, whereby a specific licence is required for the export of any article over 100 years old and worth396W £4,000 or more. The Reviewing Committee on the Export of Works of Art has said that it proposes to discuss with interested parties whether British portraits of national importance are sufficiently protected by the regulations. If the committee makes any recommendations for change the Government will consider them.