§ Pete WishartTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what the total value of (i) Government assistance and (ii) lottery assistance since 1997 has been in cash and real terms to(a) opera companies, (b) ballet companies, (c) classical orchestras and (d) popular music groups; and if he will make a statement. [6307]
§ Dr. HowellsWe have asked the Arts Council of England for the information requested, and my right hon. and noble Friend the Minister for the Arts will write to the hon. Member as soon as it is available, placing copies of her letter in the Libraries of both Houses.