HL Deb 25 March 2002 vol 633 cc1-2WA
Lord Fearn

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What funding has been given to the North West Tourist Board in the years 1998–99, 1999–2000, 2000–01 and the present financial year to date. [HL3301]

Baroness Blackstone

Government funding for regional tourist boards is made via grant in aid payments to the English Tourism Council. Funding for the North West Tourist Board between 1998–99 and 2001–02 is set out in the table.

Year
1998–991 £337,993
1999–20001 £329,607
2000–01 £419,000
2001–02 £413,100
1 Grant in aid paid to the English Tourist Board, predecessor to the English Tourism Council.

In addition to grant in aid payments, regional tourist boards receive direct funding from local authorities and through commercial activities.