§ 83. Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what study he is making of sports facilities in Ulster.
§ Mr. Merlyn ReesEach of the 26 district councils in Northern Ireland has been requested to carry out detailed surveys of sport and recreation facilities in its area and produce a programme of provision for the next five to 10 years. A number of councils have appointed specialist recreation officers to undertake this task and the Sports Council for 187W Northern Ireland has an advisory rôle in relation to all levels of provision. A programme costing some £2 million a year is under way.