Written question asked by Lord Boswell of Aynho (Conservative) on Wednesday, 1 February 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 6 February 2006. It was answered by Richard Caborn (Labour) on Wednesday, 8 February 2006 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

British Grand Prix (Policing)

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what recent representations she has received requesting financial support for policing at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Answer: I have received a number of representations from the British Racing Drivers Club (BRDC) requesting financial support for policing at the British Grand Prix (BGP) at Silverstone. While there are ongoing discussions between the BRDC, Home Office, Northamptonshire police force and other interested parties about the level of charging, the Government has made clear that it will not provide funding for future police costs incurred as part of the BGP.

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