§ Mr. BeithTo ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what recent representations she has received about the future of the D'Oyly Carte opera company; and if she will promote partnerships with the private sector as a means of securing its future. [7173]
§ Mr. SproatI have received a number of recent representations about the D'Oyly Carte opera company. Decisions about its future are a matter for the company itself, in the light of the available options. Private sector support is clearly an important part of such considerations for any organisation.