UK PM Andy Burnham supports Greece's call for the repatriation of sculptures held by the British Museum.
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UK PM Andy Burnham supports Greece's call for the repatriation of sculptures held by the British Museum.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.The Greek state views Athens as the rightful home for artifacts, and Mitsotakis is pressuring Burnham on the repatriation issue.1 source
Burnham reversed his support for repatriation, blaming the Museum's trustees for the shift.1 source
- The office of the Prime Minister is utilizing prestigious venues, with fashion trends reflecting the standards of political office.Sub-event
UK PM Andy Burnham publicly supports Greece's demand for the return of ancient sculptures.1 source
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The entities involved
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Andy Burnham
British politician (born 1970)
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Greece
country in Southeast Europe
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British Museum
national museum in London, United Kingdom
Related events
- Negotiations over the repatriation of the Elgin Marbles from the British Museum to Greece have stalled.
- Pieces of the Parthenon are being removed from the Acropolis Museum as Greece demands the return of the artifacts from the British Museum.
- On June 1, 2018, an exhibit was held featuring art that demonstrated the influence of ancient Greek culture, involving Athens and the British Museum.
- A parliamentary vote is required to determine the permanent repository for Greek artifacts currently housed in the British Museum.