§ Mr. Malcolm BruceTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what is his estimate of the revenue accruing to the Exchequer from charges for entry to museums. [22400]
§ Mr. DorrellOf the 17 museums and galleries directly sponsored by my Department, seven charge for admission to their collections and exhibitions. During 1994–95, the income generated by these organisations for admissions is estimated at £11.39 million.
Information about revenue raised from admissions to local authority and independent museums is not held centrally.