§ Sir Patrick CormackTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what the total sum paid to claimants under the Government Indemnity Scheme covering loans of works of art to museums, galleries and other such public institutions has been since the inception of the scheme in 1988. [55026]
§ Dr. Howells[holding answer 9 May 2002]: Since 1993–94, the first year after the formation of the Department of National Heritage, a total of £579,161.06 has been paid out to claimants under the Government Indemnity Scheme. Figures for the period 1988–89 to 1992–93 can be provided only at disproportionate cost.