§ Mr. Stephen O'BrienTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what discussions he has had with representatives of the Gates of Remembrance Appeal; and what discussions he has had with the(a) Royal British Legion, (b) Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association, (c) Army Benevolent Fund, (d) RAF Association, (e) Royal Navy Association and (f) War Widows Association of Great Britain about that appeal. [79839]
§ Mr. IngramAlthough no specific discussions have taken place with representatives from the Gates of Remembrance Appeal numerous wide ranging discussions have taken place with those other bodies mentioned. In accordance with the long established policy of successive Governments, the cost of erecting war memorials or their subsequent maintenance is not met from public funds but from private donations or public subscription.