§ Mr. Carter-Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representation he has received from the English Tourist Board regarding the classification of hotels; what assistance his Department proposes to give to enable the successful launching of such a scheme; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantThe English Tourist Board has submitted proposals for the voluntary classification of tourist accommodation based on a statutory registration scheme under Section 17 of the Development of Tourism Act, 1969. These proposals are now being considered and a decision will be announced in due course.