Written question asked by John Greenway (Conservative) on Tuesday, 26 October 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 1 November 2004. It was answered by Baroness Morris of Yardley (Labour) on Monday, 1 November 2004 on behalf of the Department for Culture, Media and Sport.

Dept for Culture Media and Sport

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what plans she has to increase the support given to regional opera companies. (Failed OPQ). - Inc figures.

Answer: Mr. Greenway: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what plans she has to increase the support given to regional opera companies. [194579] Estelle Morris: Arts Council England investment in regional opera will increase by almost £1 million next year, bringing funding to over £17 million. This increasing level of support for regional opera funds the equivalent of 57 touring weeks every year, bringing high quality opera to every region. A further £500,000 has been allocated to smaller scale touring opera, producing an additional 124 performances in 89 venues across the country.

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