HC Deb 18 December 2002 vol 396 c827W
Mr. Greenway

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what the total of uncommitted funds is from New Opportunities Fund Rounds 1 and 2; and if she will make a statement. [87651]

Mr. Caborn

The New Opportunities Fund had £1.5 billion available for its round 1 and 2 programmes which are designed to improve the quality of life for people and communities, address disadvantage and encourage community participation.

The New Opportunities Fund has committed 93.11 per cent. of Round 1 and 2 funds. There is £97.5 million yet to commit.