§ 25. Mr. BlizzardTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what plans he has to provide financial support for British contenders for the next Olympic games. [135360]
§ Mr. Chris SmithFinancial support for elite UK athletes is provided through the World Class Performance Programme. The UK programme will provide at least £100 million over the next four years to help British competitors prepare for the 2002 Commonwealth Games and the Athens Olympics in 2004.
§ Mr. BercowTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport how many Olympic athletes have received sponsorship from the New Opportunities Fund. [134706]
§ Kate HoeyNo Olympic athletes have received sponsorship from the New Opportunities Fund because the NOF programmes cover health, education and environment projects.