HC Deb 19 January 1998 vol 304 cc415-6W
16. Dr. Gibson

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if he will make a statement on how the new United Kingdom Sports Institute will help British sportsmen and women excel in international competitions. [21458]

Mr. Banks

The United Kingdom Sports Institute will have the very best experts and facilities available. British sports men and women will be able to tap into the best advice on sports science, sports medicine and technology to assess how their training programme can be augmented and enhanced.

The Institute will make a major contribution to providing support to the various sports Governing Bodies to achieve their aspirations of winning more medals and championships in international competitions.