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Museums and Galleries: Economic Growth

Commons · Question 93271 · Tabled 20 Nov 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 27 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Matt Vickers

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what estimate her Department has made of the potential contribution of independent museums to local economic growth.

Answer

Answered by Ian Murray, 27 Nov 2025

Drawing on external analysis, the Department considers independent museums as key to local economic growth. Museums form an integral part of the Creative Industries, driving innovation across the economy. By animating high streets and communities through ...