§ 46. Mr. Spriggsasked the Lord Privy Seal if he is satisfied that he is getting value for money for the contribution made by the Overseas Development Administration to the British Council.
§ The Minister for Overseas Development (Mr. Neil Marten)Yes, Sir. I believe that we are.
§ Mr. SpriggsWill the Minister accept the thanks of the Cowley Hill school, the Hard Lane section of the famous Cowley school, St. Helens, which has turned out some of the finest pupils and academics in the world? Is he aware that, despite that gratitude, the school regrets that the officials and staff of the British Council responsible for dealing with correspondence and telephone calls have failed to even acknowledge communications?
§ Mr. MartenI reciprocate those thanks. I shall look into the matter.
§ Mr. CormackIs my hon. Friend aware of the widespread acceptance of the outstanding work done by the British Council over many years? Will he do everything possible to ensure that it is able to continue.
§ Mr. MartenI am grateful to my hon. Friend. The answer is "Yes".