HC Deb 20 December 1971 vol 828 cc223-4W
Mr. William Edwards

asked the Secretary of State for Wales what grants are now available for hotel and other tourist projects in Wales; by whom are these grants administered; and whether he will make a statement.

Mr. Peter Thomas

The Government have allocated £200,000 to the Wales Tourist Board this year for grants and other help to tourist projects in the development area. Certain service industry projects, including hotels, may qualify for building grants under the Local Employment Acts. These and other forms of assistance available should encourage both tourism and employment in the areas concerned.