HC Deb 02 April 1984 vol 57 cc404-5W
Mr. Tony Banks

asked the Under-Secretary of State answering in respect of the Arts if he will make additional funds available to the Arts Council in order to secure the future of the Riverside Studios, the C.A.S.T. theatre group, the Royal Court, Yvonne Arnaud and Churchill theatres.

Mr. Waldegrave

I shall let the hon. Member have a reply as soon as possible.

Mr. Tony Banks

asked the Under-Secretary of State answering in respect of the Arts if the Minister for the Arts will make additional funds available to the Arts Council in order that sufficient financial support can be given to the four existing London orchestras.

Mr. Waldegrave

The allocation of grants to individual organisations is a matter for the Arts Council.

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