§ 6. Mr. Dicksasked the Paymaster General whether he has made any estimate of the possible increase in tourists visiting the United Kingdom as a result of the royal wedding taking place on 23 July.
§ Mr. TrippierThe royal wedding will undoubtedly have a beneficial effect on the number of visitors to the United Kingdom, not only for this summer, but in the98W longer term. I expect it to show to best advantage many of the aspects of Britain which attract visitors. The pageantry, ceremonial, and tradition, combined with a youthful image and vitality. It is not, however, possible to estimate these benefits in terms of visitor numbers or revenue.