HC Deb 13 September 2004 vol 424 c1456W
Mr. Illsley

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what representations she has received regarding the fair distribution of lottery receipts. [187898]

Estelle Morris

The Government wants to see all areas of the country benefiting from the huge success of the national lottery.

We consulted widely on the lottery and our reforms will provide a more transparent and streamlined application process for applicants?so more communities can benefit from the lottery's success.