HC Deb 15 November 1972 vol 846 cc134-5W
65. Mr. Hornby

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what estimates he has received concerning the likely increase in the number of tourists visiting London; and what plans he has for protecting the interests of the permanent residents.

Mr. Peyton

The British Tourist Authority estimates that there will be some 6 million overseas visitors to London in 1972 and that there will be an increase of about 8 per cent. in 1973. The tourist boards are co-operating with the Greater London Council in assessing the extent of the problems involved.