Oliver Dowden
The actor said the MP’s request to remind viewers that the royal drama is a work of fiction was a “low blow”.
The regal drama has attracted criticism for its use of creative licence.
Dowden has echoed recent comments from Princess Diana's brother, Earl Spencer.
Downing Street appears to have relaxed its position after the culture secretary said students would only be allowed home if people followed Covid rules.
A scientist advising the government also said he had "never heard" the measure discussed at Sage meetings.
Thousands of students are currently self-isolating in their rooms.
The Museum of the Home felt "extremely compromised" as it did not remove Sir Robert Geffrye's statue despite public urging otherwise.
Music, but not lyrics, will feature amid coronavirus restrictions. Announcement follows pressure from culture secretary and from No.10.
PM's patronage shapes the Intelligence and Security Committee.
Move follows new Donald Trump sanctions that kick in later this year.