A Bill to make provision for the transfer of ownership and return to Greece of the artefacts known as the Parthenon Sculptures, or Elgin Marbles, purchased by Parliament in 1816; to amend the British Museum Act 1963 accordingly; and for connected purposes.
House of Commons
22 February 2017
The Bill would transfer ownership and return to Greece the Parthenon Sculptures (Elgin Marbles), which Parliament bought in 1816. It would amend the British Museum Act 1963 to enable the transfer and address related matters.
The bill is currently at the second reading in the House of Commons. If it progresses, it would move on to committee stage, then report stage and third reading, before proceeding to the Lords.
Generated 21 February 2026
This Bill has been withdrawn and will not progress any further.
The Bill had its first reading on 11 July 2016 through the Presentation procedure. The second reading was expected on Friday 24 February 2017 but was withdrawn.
If you require any further information about the Bill then please contact the sponsoring Member Mr Mark Williams.
No recorded votes for this bill yet.
