HC Deb 19 January 1998 vol 304 cc419-20W
Mr. Hoyle

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what campaigns he is involved in to bring major sporting championships to the United Kingdom in addition to the World Cup 2006. [23097]

Mr. Banks

In addition to providing full Government backing for England's bid to host the 2006 World Cup, we are fully committed to work to bring the Olympics and other major international sporting events to the UK. I am working closely with the British Olympic Association and the UK Sports Council to ensure that we have the best possible chance of success. Lottery funds have been earmarked, through the World Class Events Programme, specifically to attract major events to this country.