§ Sir W. de FRECEasked the Secretary to the Overseas Trade Department whether, in view of the value of foreign tourist traffic to this country during the current holiday season when, owing to economic stringency at home, many seaside places and other resorts are suffering considerably, he will take steps to see what further aid can be given towards stimulating this influx of visitors?
§ Mr. GILLETTThe Travel Association of Great Britain and Ireland has within the limits of the funds at its disposal been carrying out publicity work abroad with the object of increasing the number of visitors to this country. The increased number of visas applied for this year as compared with 1929 would seem to indicate that the efforts of the Association are bearing fruit. As regards this present year, it is difficult to see what further action can be taken at this late date which is likely to bring more visitors to this country.