Ivor Callely
Ceist:69 Mr. Callely asked the Minister for Finance the growth of the national lottery fund income since its commencement; if he will give a breakdown on a yearly basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [8709/96]
Written Answers. - National Lottery Surplus Growth.
The national lottery surplus transferred into the national lottery fund each year was as follows:
| Year | Amount |
| (£m) | |
| 1987 | 41.7 |
| 1998 | 36.8 |
| 1989 | 44.5 |
| 1990 | 53.9 |
| 1991 | 77.3 |
| 1992 | 82.0 |
| 1993 | 89.2 |
| 1994 | 95.9 |
| 1995 | 100.7 |
In addition to the above the fund earned approximately £23.3 million interest over the period 1987 to 1995.