HC Deb 08 June 1967 vol 747 cc1261-2
6. Mr. Emrys Hughes

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what is his estimate of the expenditure that will be incurred from public funds on the Investiture of the Prince of Wales at Caernarvon.

Mr. Cledwyn Hughes

I cannot give this estimate before an outline programme has been prepared and agreed.

Mr. Emrys Hughes

Surely the Minister does not embark upon expenditure of this kind without getting an estimate? Is it really necessary at this time of severe restraint to embark upon this ridiculous little mini-Coronation? Does not the Minister think that it is quite inappropriate to have it in a castle built by Welsh slave labour under the orders of the intruder and the conqueror?

Mr. Cledwyn Hughes

My hon. Friend will be aware that I am not embarking on anything and that Welsh people, from Anglesey to Monmouthshire, warmly welcomed the announcement when it was made. The Welsh Tourist Board is certain that the Investiture will bring substantial material benefits to Wales.

Mr. Gibson-Watt

How long must we put up with this lunatic fringe of the Socialist Party?