WRITTEN STATEMENTS OF OPINION TABLED ON 22/05/2008

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OPIN-2008- 0041 - Senedd Artwork

Raised By:

Jenny Randerson

Subscribers:

Mick Bates 23/05/2008

Michael German 02/06/2008

Senedd Artwork

The National Assembly:

1.  Notes the display of artwork in the Senedd and the considerable debate about the perceived rights and wrongs of the display.

2. Condemns the horrific effect of Margaret Thatcher’s policies on Wales and the Welsh people.

3. Defends the right of art and culture to contribute to politics and debate.

4. Welcomes the installation and believes it should serve as a reminder to the dangers of returning to the system of welsh governance prior to devolution.