HC Deb 03 July 1996 vol 280 c448W
Dr. John Cunningham

To ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage how much money is currently held in the national lottery distribution fund; and if the interest on that amount is taxed. [35327]

Mrs. Virginia Bottomley

As at 30 June 1996, the balance in the national lottery distribution fund was £1,882,300. Interest on the balance is added to the sums available for the good causes. It is not taxed.