§ 26. Mr. Rifkindasked the Secretary of State for Education and Science what steps she is taking to increase private sources of finance for the arts.
§ Mr. OakesPrivate support for the arts is primarily a private matter. The increase in the standard of living, which has been made possible by the Government's success in the fight against inflation will leave private individuals with more money to spend on the arts. My right hon. Friend has provided finance to launch the Association for Business Sponsorship of the Arts, which is proving increasingly successful.