HC Deb 25 June 1998 vol 314 c600W
Mr. Mitchell

To ask the Minister without Portfolio how many zones he currently proposes to have in the Millennium Dome. [45135]

Mr. Mandelson

Fourteen exhibit zones are currently under development, plus the central show.

Mr. Mitchell

To ask the Minister without Portfolio how much of the finance for the New Millennium Experience he proposes to raise from the private sector; and how much is currently committed. [45133]

Mr. Mandelson

Over £100 million of private sector sponsorship for the Millennium Experience has been committed so far. The New Millennium Experience Company is in active discussion with a number of companies and is on course to achieve the sponsorship target of £150 million by the end of the year.