HC Deb 14 December 1998 vol 322 cc348-9W
22. Angela Smith

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what representations he has received about the equality of distribution of lottery awards. [62150]

Mr. Chris Smith

I frequently receive representations about different aspects of the National Lottery, including the equality of the distribution of awards.

We are determined to ensure that Lottery money is allocated more fairly and equitably in the light of need across the whole of the United Kingdom and between different groups in society. The National Lottery Act 1998 requires distributors to show how they will achieve this in their strategic plans.