§ BARONESS ELLIOT OF HARWOODasked Her Majesty's Government:
What are their future intentions for grants made by the Department of Education and Science towards voluntary community centre and village hall capital projects.
§ LORD BELSTEADThe future of these grants will be considered in parallel with those made to voluntary Youth Service projects. My right honourable friend will consult local authority associations and the voluntary bodies with the object of simplifying present procedures, securing more local participation and diverting part of the funds available towards deprived areas.