§ Mr. HoonTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what representations he has received from the British Chess Federation concerning the recognition of chess as a sport; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. SproatWe have received several representations from the British Chess Federation concerning the recognition of chess as a sport. However, my Department's responsibility is for physical sport and recreation. The Government's interest in intellectual
Department of National Heritage Historic Royal Palaces Agency Royal Parks Agency 1992–93 £22,037 £17,690 £1,032 1993–94 £18,278 £16,374 £8,541 The figures for the years prior to the establishment of my department, in April 1992, are not available.