HC Deb 11 December 2000 vol 359 c34W
20. Mr. Luff

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what recent representations he has received about the funding of regional theatres; and if he will make a statement. [141893]

Mr. Alan Howarth

I have received some representations from the sector, however this remains a matter for the Arts Council of England, as the main funding body for the arts in England, and the regional arts boards.