§ 17. Mr. ToddTo ask the Secretary of State for Education and Skills what representations he has received concerning targeted capital funding in the east midlands. [147882]
§ Mr. MilibandWe have received two letters supporting targeted capital fund bids in the east midlands. Although authorities in your region were not very successful in last year's round, the Department has896W worked closely with east midland authorities since then to try to ensure that they have a better understanding of the bidding process and assessment criteria. We aim to announce successful projects shortly.