The Guardian view on the export of fossils: they deserve national treasure status | Editorial

The British government is considering granting national treasure status to fossils, which are being sold to foreign museums and private collectors. This move would give fossils the same level of legal protection as works of art, preventing them from being exported without permission. If successful, this change would help preserve the country's natural and cultural heritage, potentially limiting the sale of valuable fossils to foreign buyers.

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The export of fossils to foreign museums or private collectors could lead to a loss of cultural and scientific heritage. This could have implications for the way we value and protect scientific specimens.

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