Royal Shakespeare Company

HC Deb 13 July 1987 vol 119 c356W

72. Mr. Fisher

asked the Minister for the Arts when he last met the governors of the Royal Shakespeare Company to discuss its future funding.

Mr. Luce

I met the chairman, Mr. Geoffrey Cass, recently and discussed with him matters of mutual interest including the company's financial position; but the level of funding to the RSC is a matter for the Arts Council. and I understand that the two bodies are in discussion on the matter.

Mr. Fatchett

asked the Minister for the Arts what representations he has received about the future funding of the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Mr. Luce

I have received some representations, but would refer the hon. Member to my reply to the question from the hon. Member for Sedgefield (Mr. Blair) earlier today.