HL Deb 12 March 2003 vol 645 cc186-7WA
Lord Laird

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What was the budget each year for the North/ South Ministerial Council Secretariat since its formation; and what is the projected budget for this year. [HL1759]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

Details of the budget allocation for the North/South Ministerial Council Joint Secretariat (North) are as set out below:

Financial year Budget allocation
1 April—31 March £ thousands
1999–2000 961
2000–01 805
2001–02 820
2002–03 735
1 Figure represents actual spend in 1999–2000 as budget allocation was not made in advance.