FILM COUNCIL

Early day motion 657, tabled 27 July 2010 by John McDonnell (Labour). Signed by 29 members.

That this House deeply regrets the Government's decision to abolish the Film Council; and considers that this is a retrograde step that will impact severely on the contribution the British film industry makes to the cultural life and economy of this country.

Signatures by party: Labour 25, DUP 1, Liberal Democrat 1, Plaid Cymru 1, Social Democratic and Labour Party 1.