HC Deb 19 April 2004 vol 420 cc244-5W
Mr. Don Foster

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what steps she is taking to promote the delivery of sustainable development within Government. 1165957]

Estelle Morris

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport, covers a range of issues which contribute to people's quality of life. We intend that in achieving our strategic priorities we also fulfil sustainable development aims. The departmental strategy for sustainable development, published in February refers to the three broad headings of our objectives in this area: sustainable policies, sustainable estate management and communicating sustainable development. The Department is currently working to promote sustainable development within Government especially with the Department for Education and Skills and with the Department for Environment, Food end Rural Affairs. We are also disseminating awareness-raising videos and training courses for our own staff and will be offering to provide these to other Departments.

Mr. Don Foster

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what progress has been made on her Department's Sustainable Development Strategy. [1659581

Estelle Morris

The Department's Sustainable Development Strategy was published in February. Copies of the strategy are available from the Library of the House. We intend to review progress against the actions points listed early next year.