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• Reference: 2016/4000
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 19 October 2016

Cultural activities, theatre and the arts are now worth £27 billion to the UK economy. Meaning, the culture sector's economic contribution to UK since 2010 has grown by 33%. The sector is now worth 1.3% of the UK's economy. Are there figures available to assess what contribution culture and creative industries have made to London's economy? Would you have in your culture infrastructure any targets for growth in this sector for the years to come?

• Reference: 2016/4001
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 19 October 2016

What is your timetable for the launch of this welcome initiative and what actual benefits will the winning borough derive from its success?

• Reference: 2016/4009
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 19 October 2016

In the climate of cuts, black history month events are severely restricted across London. Is this something you can look into as part of your culture strategy and plan so that there is positive impact locally in boroughs in a way black history month can be celebrated in all parts of London?

• Reference: 2016/2697
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 20 July 2016

Is the Smithsonian's decision to abandon its plans for its own 'outpost' in London a set-back or do you see their approach of having joint exhibitions with the V&A significant and sufficient to serve and enhance London's cultural and creative sectors?

• Reference: 2016/2704
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 20 July 2016

What support can the Mayor offer to local authority led cultural institutions in Outer London, such as Harrow Arts Centre?

• Reference: 2016/2706
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 20 July 2016

How can the Mayor assist the development of new, philanthropy led institutions in Outer London such as the Heath Robinson Museum?

• Reference: 2016/2550
• Question by: Navin Shah
• Meeting date: 20 July 2016

By what criteria will you judge the Cultural Borough of the Year?