HC Deb 20 July 1989 vol 157 cc250-1W
Sir John Stanley

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether he will be taking steps to try to secure an increase in the total expenditure under line 941 of the Community budget and in the percentage share of that expenditure going to United Kingdom non-governmental organisations; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Chris Patten

Member states are at present considering allocations under the 1990 Community budget including line 941 which has increased substantially in recent years. We shall keep in mind the popularity and success of this programme during budget discussions.

There are no set percentage shares for member states' NGOs, but United Kingdom NGOs have consistently received more support than those from other member states.

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