HC Deb 27 January 1992 vol 202 cc451-2W
Ms. Hoey

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence what financial support has been given to the playing of rugby league with the armed forces.

Mr. Archie Hamilton

None. Only officially recognised sports qualify for financial assistance from public funds towards the cost of travel and purchase of sports equipment. There is, at present, insufficient support within the services for the playing of rugby league to warrant its recognition as an official sport.