GIFT AID AND INDEPENDENT MUSEUMS

Early day motion 5, tabled 17 May 2005 by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 52 members.

That this House values the important educational and cultural roles of heritage and conservation charities, many of which are independent museums; recognises that the existence and development of such bodies relies not only on the efforts of volunteers but also on admission charges; welcomes the vital financial assistance which Gift Aid has given to them; is concerned that the removal of the Gift Aid provision on admission charges would result in a loss of income to independent museums; and urges the Government to continue to allow these charities to benefit from Gift Aid without restriction to the existing conditions.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 20, Labour 19, Conservative 5, DUP 4, Scottish National Party 2, Plaid Cymru 1, UUP 1.