§ Sir Brandon Rhys Williamsasked the Secretary of State for Employment how many concerts were given in 326W central London by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in 1981, and on what dates; and what were his reasons for granting the necessary work permits.
§ Mr. WaddingtonPermission was given for the Chicago Symphony Orchestra to visit this country on two occasions in 1981 to give a total of three concerts in central London—two at the Royal Albert Hall—Promenade Concerts—on 4 and 5 September and one at the Royal Festival Hall on 19 September. Approval was given because it was considered that the criteria against which applications are assessed were adequately satisfied.
§ Sir Brandon Rhys Williamsasked the Secretary of State for Employment if it is currently the practice of the Visiting Orchestras Consultative Association to recommend that the number of concerts to be given by a visiting orchestra in central London should be restricted in number.
§ Mr. WaddingtonYes.
§ Sir Brandon Rhys Williamsasked the Secretary of State for Employment if it is his policy to restrict the issue of work permits in accordance with the recommendations of the Visiting Orchestras Consultative Association.
§ Mr. WaddingtonI would normally expect to be able to follow the advice of the Visiting Orchestras Consultative Association.