HC Deb 12 May 2003 vol 405 c117W
Mr. Frank Field

To ask the Deputy Prime Minister how much the Merseyside Housing Renewal Group are paying in fees to Grimley in the first year of operation; and whether other professional fees are being paid during this start-up period. [110681]

Mr. McNulty

The Merseyside Housing Market Renewal Pathfinder has been awarded £2.66 million from the Capital Modernisation Fund. This funding will cover the costs to develop a strategic scheme for the Merseyside sub-region and to undertake some early action. Eligible costs include professional fees. The use of the funding is a matter for the Pathfinder Board, subject to the terms of the funding agreement issued by Government.