§ Mr. Doddsasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what consideration has been given to developing the tourist industry of Gibraltar; and what decisions have been made in respect of the short and long-term policy in this respect.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydSince I replied to a Question on this subject by the hon. Member on 20th July, much progress has been made by the local Tourist Committee, in co-operation with the Government and other authorities in Gibraltar. Plans are being made to hand over to the Tourist Committee certain places of interest, including the North Front Galleries and the Moorish Castle, for development as tourist attractions. The short-term policy is to improve existing facilities, attractions and communications. The long-term objective is to improve port and airport facilities and to increase and improve hotel accommodation.