HC Deb 13 July 1987 vol 119 c358W
94. Mr. Battle

asked the Minister for the Arts what information he has about the level of employment in the arts in Leeds.

Mr. Luce

The Regional Arts Association is aware of over 400 people employed in the arts in Leeds on a regular basis. In addition, several hundred people are engaged on short-term contract work. The major arts employers in the city are Opera North, Leeds Playhouse and the Leeds Art Gallery.