§ Mr. TippingTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage, pursuant to his answer of 11 January,Official Report, column 539, what discussions he has had with the English tourist board and the East Midlands tourist board to ensure there are sufficient reserves available to bring economic regeneration to coalfield areas.
§ Mr. KeyDiscussions are currently in progress between my Department and the English tourist board on the criteria for the allocation of funds to the regional tourist boards.