§ Ms MowlamTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what support his Department intends to give to signed performances in theatres.
§ Mr. BrookeEach building-based theatre company supported by the Arts Council aims to provide at least one signed performance of each production. Touring companies are also being encouraged to do at least one signed performance at each venue. According to a recent report by the Royal National Theatre, approximately 40 theatres currently provide signed performances. One of the problems in this area has been the shortage of trained personnel. The Arts Council has now provided two training courses for signed theatre interpreters.