Written Question·Department for Culture, Media and Sport·UIN 74266

Bridges: Newcastle upon Tyne

Tabled: 2 September 2025
Answered: 10 September 2025

Question

Dame Chi Onwurah

LabourNewcastle upon Tyne Central and West

To ask the Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, whether the swing bridge is eligible for repair funding from the National Lottery.

Answer

Stephanie Peacock
The twelve National Lottery distributor bodies provide good cause funding to organisations independently of Government. Any specific questions on eligibility for projects should be directed to the relevant distributor.