HL Deb 23 June 1998 vol 591 c11WA
The Earl of Sandwich

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What are their plans for the future funding of the Commonwealth Institute. [HL2009]

Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean

The Commonwealth Institute has been allocated a grant in aid of £600,000 for this financial year. Until the comprehensive spending review is completed, I am unable to say anything specific about future funding for the Commonwealth Institute or for any other FCO supported organisation. Our goal is to put the institute on a firm financial footing. Officials are discussing a range of options with the institute.