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? | Daily Question

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? Published on 31 July 2024 → Survey conducted on 31 July 2024 on 4869 GB adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Should keep the Elgin Marbles in Britain

17%

Should return the Elgin Marbles to Greece

49%

Don’t mind either way

26%

Don’t know

9%

Should keep the Elgin Marbles in Britain

17%

Should return the Elgin Marbles to Greece

49%

Don’t mind either way

26%

Don’t know

9%

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