Overview

This bill amends the Tribunals, Courts and Enforcement Act 2007 to extend the protection period for cultural objects on loan from seizure or forfeiture. The extension allows for a further three months of protection, potentially renewable by relevant authorities.

Description

The bill modifies Section 134 of the 2007 Act, which already offers protection to cultural objects on loan. The key change is the addition of a new power for relevant authorities to extend the maximum protection period. This extension is for a maximum of three months and can be applied more than once, by different authorities if necessary. The "relevant authority" varies depending on the location of the object (England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland) and the purpose for its being in that location.

Authorities

• Secretary of State (England)
• Welsh Ministers (Wales)
• Scottish Ministers (Scotland)
• Department for Communities (Northern Ireland)

The bill also clarifies that if multiple authorities have the power to extend protection, they can do so concurrently. The act applies to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and comes into force two months after it's passed.

Government Spending

The bill is not expected to have a significant impact on government spending. No specific figures are provided in the bill text regarding budgetary implications.

Groups Affected

• Museums and galleries: Benefit from extended protection for loaned cultural objects, reducing the risk of seizure during temporary exhibitions.
• Lenders of cultural objects: Benefit from increased security for their loaned items.
• Relevant authorities (Government Departments): Assume additional responsibility for managing the extension of protection periods.

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