> In 2021, UNESCO concluded that the UK government had an obligation to return the marbles and called upon the UK government to open negotiations with Greece.
> Asked about the possible return of the Marbles, the British Culture Secretary, Michelle Donelan replied: "I can sympathise with some of the arguments but I do think that is a very dangerous and slippy road to embark down."
> ..Fulfilling all restitution claims would empty most of the world's great museums – this has also caused concerns among other European and American museums.
whilst growing other museums around the world with art and culture in an authentic setting, with a closer connection to their cultural and historical context.