§ Mr. JackTo ask the Minister for the Arts what representations he has received about the Arts Council's proposed funding arrangements for Northern Ballet; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. John EvansTo ask the Minister for the Arts what representations he has had about the future of Northern Ballet theatre.
§ Mr. Luce[holding answer 16 February 1989]: I have received a number of representations from interested parties. The funding of northern ballet is, however, entirely a matter for the Arts Council.