Written question asked by Nick Hawkins (Conservative) on Wednesday, 10 March 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 12 March 2004. It was answered by Richard Caborn (Labour) on Friday, 12 March 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 further funding is required to complete the Dorney Lake rowing course to the standard required for World and Olympic events; and if she will make a statement. - Inc figure.

Answer: Mr. Hawkins: To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport what further funding is required to complete the Dorney Lake rowing course to the standard required for World and Olympic events; and if she will make a statement. [160891] Mr. Caborn: The Amateur Rowing Association (ARA) has made a detailed analysis of the costs needed to complete the Dorney Lake rowing course to the standard required for World and Olympic Events. In addition to the funding already in place, the ARA have estimated that a further £1,112,000 would be needed. The Department will continue to work closely with the ARA and other interested parties to consider what further steps should be taken to help bring the Dorney Lake facilities to the required standard.

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