§ Mr. Edelmanasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether he is aware that under the Films Act, 1970, the National Film Finance Corporation is entitled to a grant of £5 million; and whether it is his intention to make this money available as soon as possible.
§ Mr. Anthony Grant:No grants are made to the National Film Finance Corporation. The Cinematograph Films Production (Special Loans) Acts, 1949 to 1970, authorise the Department to make repayable advances not exceeding E7½million to the Corporation. £71 million has already been advanced. The question of a further advance is under consideration, and it is hoped to announce a decision shortly.
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