10th ANNIVERSARY OF THE ANGEL OF THE NORTH

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That this House notes that 2008 marks the 10th anniversary of Antony Gormley's Angel of the North statue being installed in Gateshead; acknowledges the vision and courage of Gateshead Council in the promotion of public art over the last two decades; recognises the iconic symbol of regeneration that the Angel is today; and commends a year-long programme celebrating the Angel's 10th birthday.