§ Mr. MaclennanTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what steps he is taking to ensure the continued effectiveness of county museum collections affected by the local government review in the situations of(a) abolished authorities and (b) relinquished authorities. [25554]
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§ Sir Paul BeresfordHow best to provide services for museum and records services is a matter for the authorities concerned. However, following discussions with the Museums and Galleries Commission, the Department of National Heritage has issued guidance on the provision of suitable museum services to all authorities involved in reorganisation.