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Mr. Wigley
asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what proposals he has for encouraging local authorities and others to establish sports and leisure centres in their areas.
Mr. Denis Howell
The White Paper on sport and recreation (Cmnd. 6200) clearly stated the need for local authorities to provide sport and leisure facilities. This is being re-emphasised at each of the regional conferences currently taking place.