Written question asked by Michael Neubert (Conservative), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 3 February 1997. It was answered by Iain Sproat (Conservative) on Monday, 3 February 1997 on behalf of the Department of National Heritage.

Dept of National Heritage

Question: What plans she has to increase financial support for provincial touring companies.

Answer: Sir Michael Neubert: To ask the Secretary of State for National Heritage what plans she has to increase financial support for provincial touring companies. [12583] Mr. Sproat: Ministers are keen to ensure that as many people as possible have access to the great artistic traditions of this country. In addition to the grant-in-aid funding, the Arts Council already invests in touring, the new lottery scheme, "Arts for Everyone", will enable support for new and additional touring activity, allowing audiences to be reached.

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