‘If they chuck a few quid at a museum, maybe we'll forget that they're trying to kill our grandchildren’
Culture Secretary sparks backlash for saying oil firms should be applauded for donating to museums and galleries
CULTURE SECRETARY Lucy Frazer sparked a furious backlash today when she claimed that oil firms should receive a round of applause for donating to museums and galleries, rather than criticism from climate campaigners.
She made the remarks at the launch of a report by right-wing think tank Onward on philanthropy.
Ms Frazer said: “It has to start with applauding, not seeking to find fault with, those organisations who give generously, whether that’s through sponsorships or donations.
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