HC Deb 23 March 1998 vol 309 c52W
Mr. Bob Russell

To ask the Secretary of State for Education and Employment if he will allocate additional funds to Essex County Council to maintain student awards for music, dance and drama. [34337]

Dr. Howells

The education Standard Spending Assessment (SSA) provides Councils with funding for student awards. The 1998–99 education SSA for Essex County Council has been increased by £27.3 million or 5.8 per cent. There are no plans to allocate additional funds.