GIFT AID AND INDEPENDENT MUSEUMS

Early day motion 5, tabled 23 November 2004 by Bob Russell (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 46 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 tho them; is concerned that there are proposals to remove the Gift Aid provision on admission charges; 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 15, DUP 3, Conservative 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, Plaid Cymru 2, Scottish National Party 1, UUP 1.