§ Tim LoughtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what the policy is of South East Arts for making grants to small theatre companies promoting greater understanding of Shakespeare for young people. [25770]
§ Dr. Howells[holding answer 10 January 2002]: South East Arts funds a wide range of theatre projects involving young people through its open application grants schemes. All applications are assessed against published criteria which include a clear commitment to education and promoting greater access to and involvement in the arts.
§ Tim LoughtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if she will list the grants of £50,000 or less paid out by South East Arts to organisations in the South East in(a) 2001 and (b) 2000. [25769]
§ Dr. Howells[holding answer 10 January 2002]: Information supplied by South East Arts for the financial years to 31 March 2000 and 2001 will be placed in the Libraries of both Houses.