06-09-2023, 07:56 AM
Scottish Government have written back saying they will not provide any chess funding due to cost constraints.
Dear Jackie,
Thank you for your letter dated 10 August 2023 on behalf of your constituent Mr Andrew Muir, regarding
Scottish Government funding to support Chess in Scotland.
We recognise that chess is a great way for people of all ages to develop and improve cognitive skills,
as well as number of other benefits.
I understand the UK Government announced investment of £1million for chess, including £500,000 to
the English Chess Federation (ECF) over a two-year period. However, I am afraid due to current
pressures on Scottish Government budgets, we have no immediate plans to support Chess Scotland.
Your constituent may like to consider if
National Lottery Community Fund
may be an option for funding
support.
Yours sincerely
Christina McKelvie
Dear Jackie,
Thank you for your letter dated 10 August 2023 on behalf of your constituent Mr Andrew Muir, regarding
Scottish Government funding to support Chess in Scotland.
We recognise that chess is a great way for people of all ages to develop and improve cognitive skills,
as well as number of other benefits.
I understand the UK Government announced investment of £1million for chess, including £500,000 to
the English Chess Federation (ECF) over a two-year period. However, I am afraid due to current
pressures on Scottish Government budgets, we have no immediate plans to support Chess Scotland.
Your constituent may like to consider if
National Lottery Community Fund
may be an option for funding
support.
Yours sincerely
Christina McKelvie