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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Wednesday 21 July 2021 · 2 questions

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Answered 0 Partly answered 1 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Ministerial discussions with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport include topics related to tourism potential in Northern Ireland, though not specifically about heritage sites.
  • The UK Government is committed to protecting UNESCO world heritage sites like the Giant's Causeway and the Causeway coast.
  • Steps are being taken to promote tourism in Northern Ireland, including support for local business campaigns such as High Street Heroes.

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Alexander Stafford
Northern Ireland Culture, Media & Sport
Context

Northern Ireland's cultural and natural heritage is under threat, requiring protection. The Giant's Causeway, Derry walls, Titanic Quarter, and the mountains of Mourne are among the many sites needing attention.

Question

What recent discussions has he had with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport on the protection of UNESCO world heritage sites in Northern Ireland?

Answer from Robin Walker

I speak with ministerial colleagues regularly about tourism potential in Northern Ireland but not specifically about heritage sites. However, the UK Government is committed to upholding the world heritage convention and protecting sites like the Giant's Causeway and the Causeway coast.

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Not addressed: The answer did not address recent discussions with the Secretary of State for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport specifically regarding UNESCO sites protection.

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Q2 Alexander Stafford
Northern Ireland
Context

Northern Ireland has numerous heritage sites that require preservation, including the Derry walls, Giant's Causeway, Titanic Quarter, and the mountains of Mourne. There is a need to protect these places alongside promoting them.

Question

What steps are being taken to protect and promote Northern Ireland's heritage sites and areas of outstanding natural beauty? What support is he giving to relevant bodies?

Answer from Robin Walker

Tourism promotion in Northern Ireland continues through various opportunities. My hon. Friend has been doing a good job promoting the area himself, and I have visited many of the places mentioned. Yesterday, I met local business owners to hear about their High Street Heroes campaign.

Not addressed: The answer did not address steps or support for heritage protection; instead focused on tourism promotion and meetings with businesses.

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