HC Deb 30 June 1999 vol 334 c200W
Mr. Nigel Jones

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to amend the Physical Training and Recreation Act 1937. [88460]

Mr. Banks

I have announced that we will seek to amend the Physical Training and Recreation Act 1937 so that chess may become eligible for funding from the Sports Council. Primary legislation will be required and proposals to do so will be introduced when Parliamentary time allows.