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28 November 2023

2871 GB adults surveyed

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The British Museum in London houses the Parthenon Sculptures (also known as the Elgin Marbles), a set of classical Greek sculptures removed from the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, 200 years ago by Lord Elgin. Some people think Britain should return the Marbles to Greece, while others think they should remain here. Do you personally think Britain should return the Elgin Marbles to Greece or keep them in Britain?

Conducted 28 November 2023

YouGov surveyed 2871 GB adults

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49%
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The British Museum in London houses the Parthenon Sculptures (also known as the Elgin Marbles), a set of classical Greek sculptures removed from the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, 200 years ago by Lord Elgin. Some people think Britain should return the Marbles to Greece, while others think they should remain here. Do you personally think Britain should return the Elgin Marbles to Greece or keep them in Britain?

Conducted 28 November 2023

YouGov surveyed 2871 GB adults

By:
15%
49%
26%
10%

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