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Commons · Question 54926 · Tabled 30 May 2025 · Department for Culture, Media and Sport · Official record

Answered 9 Jun 2025

Question

Asked by Louie French

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, what discussions she has had with (a) the Chancellor of the Exchequer and (b) the National Lottery Community Fund on the potential merits of reopening the Million Hours Fund.

Answer

Answered by Stephanie Peacock, 9 Jun 2025

In a written statement on 15 May 2025, the Secretary of State announced DCMS’ commitment to provide a further £12 million in 2025/2026 to the Million Hours Fund. Working in partnership with The National Lottery Community Fund, we are exploring matched fun...