HC Deb 04 July 2000 vol 353 c153W
Dr. Kumar

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what assessment he has made of the contribution of private companies in the United Kingdom in providing financial support to young athletes competing for Great Britain in international competitions; and if he will make a statement. [128384]

Kate Hoey

[holding answer 3 July 2000]: I will write to my hon. Friend as soon as I have the information, which is not readily available within my Department.

Dr. Kumar

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what financial support is available to young athletes competing for Great Britain in international competitions; what percentage of such financial support is provided by private companies through sponsorship; and if he will make a statement. [128383]

Kate Hoey

[holding answer 3 July 2000]: I will write to my hon. Friend as soon as I have the information and place a copy of my letter in the Library of the House.