HC Deb 13 February 1968 vol 758 c330W
Mr. Charles Morrison

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the extent of capital grants given to local and national voluntary sports organisations for Scotland for the year 1966–67; and what is his estimate for 1967–68.

Mr. Ross:

Capital grants to local and national voluntary sports organisations in Scotland are as follows:

1967–68 1966–67 Estimated
£ £
(a) Local voluntary sports organisations 94,000 110,000
(b) Scottish Council of Physical Recreation 47,000 45,000

In addition, £20,000 was paid in 1966– 67, and it is estimated that £70,000 will be paid in 1967– 68, to the Scottish Council of Physical Recreation towards the cost of the prototype sports centre in Glasgow.

Mr. Charles Morrison

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what is the extent of grant-aid to national sports voluntary organisations in Scotland for the year 1966–67; and what is his estimate for 1967–68.

Mr. Ross:

Current grants for administration and coaching are as follows:

1966–67 1967–68
Estimated
£96,000 £108,000