§ 55. Mr. Adleyasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he is satisfied with the working of the Development of Tourism Act, 1969, particularly in view of the need to encourage overseas tourists to visit the west country; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantYes. The British Tourist Authority encourages overseas visitors to come to all parts of Britain and many visit the south-west. The English Tourist Board has set up a new regional tourist board covering the whole of the west country with responsibility for promoting tourism in this area.