HC Deb 11 May 1948 vol 450 cc194-5W
84. Mr. Bossom

asked the President of the Board of Trade who are the members of the British Tourist and Holidays Board; and what authority do they possess.

Mr. H. Wilson

The British Tourist and Holidays Board have no specific statutory powers. They are an advisory body representative of the tourist, hotel, catering and holiday industries. They include members from Scotland, and Wales, two representatives of the T.U.C. and two members to watch the interests of the consumer. The Board is also a clearing house for the views and requirements of the industries concerned, and when necessary they make representations to my Department on matters requiring Government action. Following is a list of the members of the Board:

  • Sir Alexander Maxwell (Chairman).
  • Mr. R. Brook (Deputy-Chairman).
  • The Lord Dukeston.
  • Mr. W. Ferris.
  • The Lord Hacking.
  • Dame Caroline Haslett.
  • Mr. F. G. Hole.
  • Rt. Hon. Tom Johnston.
  • Mrs. K. W. Jones-Roberts.
  • Mr. B. H. Russell.
  • Mr. H. Salmon
  • Mr. E. W. Wimble.
  • Mr. N. Wood.