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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harriette Boucher

Government could charge foreign tourists to visit top UK museums

The government is considering introducing charges for international tourists visiting national museums in an effort to boost funds for the sector.

On Thursday, the culture department accepted Baroness Margaret Hodge’s review of Arts Council England, in which she recommended that museums, including the British Museum and National Gallery, limit free entry.

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