§ Mr. Peter AinsworthTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport if he will make a statement on the cost of establishing the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council. [95136]
§ Mr. Alan Howarth[holding answer 25 October 1999]: £350,000 has been allocated to cover the costs associated with the establishment of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLAC) in this year and next.
§ Mr. Peter AinsworthTo ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport how many applications were received for the position of Chief Executive of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council; how many candidates were interviewed; and what salary the position carries. [95150]
§ Mr. Alan Howarth[holding answer 25 October 1999]: Thirty seven applications were received for the position of Chief Executive of the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council.
Six Candidates were interviewed for the post. The position carries a salary of £67,500.