HC Deb 27 May 1965 vol 713 c117W
37. Sir W. Teeling

asked the Secretary of State for Education and Science if he will give financial assistance towards solving the problem of competing at different altitudes, in view of the next Olympic Games in Mexico City.

Mr. Denis Howell

This is a subject of some importance that the Sports Council has discussed in detail and with the advantage of expert professional advice. Discussions have also taken place between the Sports Council and the British Olympic Association. The B.O.A. is preparing a programme of research into this problem, to submit to the Research Committee of the Sports Council. When these proposals are available, my right hon. Friend will consider what grant can be made from public funds towards the cost of the research.