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British Film Institute: National Film Theatre

Volume 463: debated on Monday 3 September 2007

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what his policy is on the future of the (a) British Film Institute and (b) National Film Theatre; and if he will make a statement. (150093)

The British Film Institute will continue to support and enhance film culture and education across the UK. In 2007-08, they will receive £16 million of grant in aid funding. Since 1998, they have received £162 million.

The recently redeveloped BFI Southbank, which houses the National Film Theatre, is a focal point for this work. It provides a platform for the BFI to show a diverse range of films to a wide audience; to offer pioneering access to the BFI National Archive; and to engage new audiences with an expanded programme of education and learning.