Written question asked by Eric Clarke (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 June 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 June 2000. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 June 2000 on behalf of the Scotland Office.

Scotland Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, What action is being taken to regenerate coalfield communities in Scotland. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Mr. Eric Clarke: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what action is being taken to regenerate coalfield communities in Scotland. [126346] Dr. Reid: This Government are very aware of the specific problems faced by coalfield areas and remains committed to a long-term plan of action to regenerate coalfield communities. As I explained in my reply to the hon. Member on 18 April, the work of the Coalfields Regeneration Trust is a matter for the Scottish Executive. With the publication of the report "Improving Lottery Funding Access and Delivery in the British Coalfields" on 5 June, this Government have signalled its intention to ensure that people in coalfields and other deprived areas can get the fullest benefit possible from the National Lottery.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 352 c483-4W; 126346
Session: 1999-00
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Disadvantaged Coal National Lottery Mining Scotland Coalfields Regeneration Trust
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk