§ Mr. DoddsTo ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what discussions he has had with(a) sports bodies, (b) local councils and (c) local representatives on the creation of a national stadium in Northern Ireland. [152585]
§ Angela SmithThe issue of a National Stadium has involved discussions with sports bodies and other relevant interests for some time. You may be aware that I have recently invited the Strategic Investment Board to commission a study to establish if a National Stadium in Northern Ireland is a viable option. It will be part of the brief for the consultants appointed for this work to have discussions with sports bodies and other appropriate interest groups.