§ Miss LestorTo ask the Secretary of State for Health what Government funding has been made available to the overseas adoption helpline in each year since 1992; what Government funding is planned for 1998 to 2000; and if he will make a statement. [8520]
§ Mr. BurnsFinancial support for the overseas adoption helpline since 1992 is as follows:
- 1992–93: £80,834
- 1993–94: £96,000
- 1994–95: £96,000
- 1995–96: £96,000
- 1996–97: £50,000
There are currently no plans to provide further funding after 31 March 1997.