HC Deb 30 June 1969 vol 786 cc4-5
9. Mr. Dalyell

asked the Minister of Overseas Development what plans he has for development projects to assist the tourist industry in Mauritius.

Mr. Prentice

I have had no requests from the Government of Mauritius to assist projects concerned with the development of tourism.

Mr. Dalyell

What alternative propositions will the Minister be able to put to Prime Minister Ramgoolam when he comes this month?

Mr. Prentice

My hon. Friend will appreciate that it is for the Government of the country concerned to put propositions to us within the context of their development plans. A good deal of the work which we do is helping with infrastructure that may attract tourism. For example, the survey which we have just undertaken of the road network in Mauritius will be helpful in this respect.