HC Deb 25 November 1992 vol 214 cc677-8W
Mr. Colvin

To ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage if he will publish the figures for his budget for 1992–93 broken down by the arts, heritage, sport, film, broadcasting, tourism and departmental administration.

Mr. Brooke

The information requested is as follows:

1992–93
£ million
Museums and galleries 214
Performing arts 236
Libraries 141
The heritage 200
Sport 50
Film 22
Broadcasting 19
Tourism 46
Administration 10
Central Government total 938
Local authorities credit approvals for sport and recreation 30
Total departmental programme 968

However, provision for 1992–93 is subject to amendment by winter Supplementary Estimates and changes to cash limits. In particular, subject to parliamentary approval, a Supplementary Estimate of £42 million is being sought to provide funds for the Welsh Fourth Channel Authority, as well as an Estimate for an increase in administration costs. Assets accepted in lieu of tax will continue to be a claim on the Reserve.

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