Cultural Heritage: Tourism
Lords · Question HL15414 · Tabled 10 Mar 2026 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record
Answered 23 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Smith of Finsbury
To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the impact of the UK's cultural sector as a whole, and its national museums and galleries in particular, on levels of overseas tourism to the UK.
Answer
Answered by Baroness Twycross, 23 Mar 2026
The Government recognises the significant role that the UK’s cultural sector plays in attracting international visitors and supporting the visitor economy. The UK’s museums, galleries, heritage sites, and wider cultural offer are a key part of the country...