HC Deb 21 January 1980 vol 977 c7W
31. Mr Best

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what assistance is given to the arts in Wales and, in particular, to theatres; and what plans he has for further assistance.

Mr. Macfarlane

Central Government grants to assist the arts in Wales in 1979–80 are expected to total approximately £4.4 million, of which £1.3 million is for the support of drama. It is for the Arts Council and similar bodies to decide how much of their 1980–81 grants they will allocate to activities in Wales. Grants are also received from local authorities, private sources, and so on.