§ 39. Squadron-Leader Donnerasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies 1949 whether, in view of the complete dependence of Bermuda upon the tourist trade and the exceptional need for an efficient public relations office in that Colony, any measures are in contemplation to increase the personnel and broaden the activities of the small existing office in Hamilton.
Mr. Creech JonesPublicity in regard to the tourist trade of Bermuda has for many years been handled by the Trade Development Board, which has an office in New York. The public relations office was a wartime creation; I regret to learn that the Legislature do not contemplate making provision for it after the end of March next.
§ Squadron-Leader DonnerCan the Minister make any representations in the matter in view of the very great possibilities open to American tourists due to the expansion of American civil aviation?
Mr. Creech JonesI appreciate the point of that and regret the decision. Unfortunately, we have no control over the Legislature, but I will see what can be done.